Lavender Thorne
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San Diego
by City Rhythm
San Diego by City Rhythm is a vibrant, citrus-forward fragrance with a distinctive marine and sweet vanillic iris base. It opens with a juicy burst of blood orange, lavender, and sea salt, creating a fresh and playful aura. The middle notes of almond, coriander, and iris add a subtle nutty sweetness and soft florals, while the base aligns with vanilla, ambergris, and marine notes, giving it a creamy, slightly salty-sweet character that lingers pleasantly. The scent evolves beautifully over time—juicy and zingy at first, then smoothed by a soft, skin-like warmth as the marine notes interplay with vanilla and iris. It performs best on warm summer days and works exceptionally well for daytime wear, projecting moderately in a fresh, almost intangible way after the initial burst. Many find it uplifting, emotionally engaging, and highly unique, resembling a perfect California beach day in a bottle.
Pros
- +A highly wearable, refreshing citrus-aromatic with a distinctive marine-vanilla iris base
- +Longevity and sillage are impressive, especially for a fragrance with such a light projection
- +The scent is highly original and emotionally evocative, with a unique character that stands out among summer fragrances
Cons
- −The marine and salt notes can be overpowering or discordant on some skin
- −A few users report it smells like sunscreen or has an artificial, synthetic quality
- −The initial burst can be cloying for those sensitive to sweet-salty aromas