by Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes
Golden Cattleya by Olympic Orchids Artisan is a rich, honey-forward fragrance that captures the golden warmth of a sun-drenched flower garden. It opens with an intense, natural-sounding honey note layered with creamy vanilla, orange blossom, and a pollen-like dustiness, creating a slightly gourmand yet deeply floral character. The cream soda note, described as a realistic, slightly synthetic sweet fizz, acts as a stabilizing backbone that gives structure without turning the scent into a candy-like olfactory experience. Over time, the fragrance evolves with a soft, warm sandalwood and amber base, and a subtle musky depth that lends it a sensual, almost intimate quality. The scent is extremely long-lasting—reportedly up to 8 hours—without developing or changing much, maintaining a consistent, radiant sweetness even in the dry down. Performance is excellent across time, with moderate, intimate to strong sillage, and it feels especially balanced in colder weather, though some find it overwhelming in hot conditions. It stands out as a uniquely vendor-friendly gourmand floral with freshness and a charismatic elegance that invites admiration.