Gallivant | Istanbul | Eau de Parfum
Created by perfumer Karine Chevallier, Istanbul is an olfactory postcard from the city where East meets West. Inspired by the Bosphorus, the scent of ancient spice markets, and the warmth of sun-bleached wood, this fragrance captures the multifaceted soul of the Turkish metropolis. It moves through time and culture, balancing the cool, aromatic freshness of the morning with the deep, resinous glow of an Istanbul sunset. It is a fragrance for the modern traveler, someone who seeks history and mystery in equal measure.
Olfactory Pyramid:
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Top Notes: Bergamot, Cardamom, Red Thyme
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Heart Notes: Lavender Absolute, Geranium, Patchouli, Sweet Myrrh (Opoponax)
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Base Notes: Sandalwood, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amber, Musks
Vibe: Warm, spicy, woody-amber, and nostalgic.
Common Questions
What are the notes in Gallivant Istanbul? Bergamot, cardamom and red thyme at the top, lavender absolute, geranium, patchouli and opoponax in the heart, and sandalwood, vanilla, tonka bean, amber and musks in the base.
Is it a spicy fragrance? Yes, an ambery spice: cardamom and thyme with lavender and opoponax over vanilla and tonka.
Should I sample it first? Start with the 1.5mL sample before the 30mL.