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La Vie Rêvée
by Nino Amaddeo
La Vie Rêvée is a softly gourmand scent centered around marshmallow, orange blossom, and musky powder, offering a sweet but restrained fragrance that feels more like a delicate, futuristic bath balm than a traditional perfume. It carries a comforting, almost clinical softness—powdery and spongy—rather than a bold or dramatic profile. The opening is fresh with neroli and citrus, giving way to a cloud-like marshmallow accord blended with vanilla and sweet musk. Many note a slight herbal or soapy quality in the drydown, which some interpret as a hint of sandalwood or soft white marbled textures. While it shares core similarities with By Kilian’s Love Don’t Be Shy and Guimauve de Noel—especially in its marshmallow-centric heart—it feels more linear and less complex. The scent lingers moderately and projects moderately, making it ideal for daytime and warmer seasons. Some perceive a lack of depth compared to more artisanal interpretations, and its percussive, non-ambient qualities may leave a quiet or generic impression for some. Nonetheless, it stands out as a linear, reassuringly sweet gourmand with unpretentious elegance.
Pros
- +A soft, comforting, and very wearable gourmand offering that feels youthful and fresh
- +Balances sweetness without cloying, with a more subtle marshmallow note than LDBS
- +Appealing for those who like Kinder Surprise textures, Dragee, or Love-based scents but want a lower-risk, more accessible alternative
Cons
- −Feels flat or one-dimensional for those expecting depth or abstraction
- −The drydown contains a recognizable designer musk accord that some find artificial or generic
- −May not be considered sophisticated or luxurious by those seeking complexity or a strong sillage