Similar Scents To California By Dana: Exploring Cologne Options

California by Dana is a fragrance that was launched in 1989 for women and in 1990 for men. The women's fragrance is Chypre Floral, with notes of aldehyde, mandarin, bergamot, lemon, lavender, flowers, wood notes, oakmoss, vanilla, amber, and musk. The men's cologne is a sharp, spicy, lavender, and amber scent with notes of citrus, patchouli, cedarwood, and oakmoss.

While California by Dana seems to have been discontinued, similar scents are available from Fragrance Revival, which specializes in creating scents nearly identical to discontinued perfumes and colognes.

California by Dana for women

The perfume has an average rating of 3.86 out of 5 on fragrantica.com, and 3.4 out of 5 stars on Amazon.com. It is described by some as cheap and discontinued, with one reviewer stating that they had to pay $150 for a 2oz bottle, whereas it used to cost under $30.

California by Dana for men

California by Dana has a rating of 9.8 out of 10 based on 20 ratings. The cologne's strength is soft, and it keeps close to the skin. Its longevity is described as low, with a lasting power of 1-3 hours. The time of year that users find most suitable for wearing it is the spring season. The audience group that mostly wears this fragrance is ages 19-25.

The fragrance notes in California by Dana for Men include citrus bergamia, mandarin, lavender, cedarwood, oak moss, and patchouli. The scent is described as light, uplifting, and natural, with softer fruity, herbal, and earthy hints that evoke a sense of sensuality, exoticism, and depth.

California by Dana: ingredients and scent

California by Dana is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women, launched in 1989. It contains notes of aldehydes, mandarin, bergamot, lemon, lavender, flowers, wood, oakmoss, vanilla, amber and musk.

The scent is reminiscent of a fresh breeze from the Pacific, taking the wearer straight to the beach. It is a summer scent, with a citrusy edge. The oakmoss and woody notes add depth, while the mandarin, bergamot and lemon keep it light and fresh.

The fragrance is described as having a sunny, clear, airy feel and is said to be laidback and comfortable, yet elegant. It is long-lasting, with moderate sillage projection, so it is recommended to apply it with a light hand.

The men's cologne, launched in 1990, is a sharp, spicy, lavender and amber fragrance with notes of citrus, patchouli, cedarwood and oakmoss. It is recommended for casual wear and has a soft projection, lasting 1-3 hours.

California by Dana: reviews

California by Dana is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women, launched in 1989. It contains notes of aldehydes, mandarin, bergamot, lemon, lavender, flowers, wood, oakmoss, vanilla, amber and musk. It is available as 30 and 60 ml EDT.

The perfume has received mostly positive reviews, with an average rating of 3.86 out of 5 on Fragrantica.com. Many reviewers describe the scent as summery, citrusy, and evocative of the beach. One reviewer notes that it is "a definite cheapy-but-goodie", while another says it is "a very pleasant fragrance". However, some reviewers found the scent too masculine, with one describing it as "more masculine than feminine".

The cologne version of California by Dana for men has also received positive reviews, with a rating of 9.8 out of 10 based on 20 ratings and 2 user reviews on PerfumeMaster.com. It is described as a woody spicy fragrance with notes of citrus, bergamot, mandarin orange, lavender, cedarwood, oakmoss and patchouli. One reviewer says it is a "fantastic bright woody spicy aroma", while another calls it a "delightful, sunny fragrance".

California by Dana: alternatives

California by Dana is a fragrance that was launched in 1989 for women and 1990 for men. It has been described as a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and a Woody Spicy fragrance for men.

The women's fragrance contains notes of aldehyde, mandarin, bergamot, lemon, lavender, flowers, wood notes, oakmoss, vanilla, amber, and musk, while the men's fragrance contains notes of citrus, patchouli, cedarwood, and oakmoss.

Although California by Dana seems to have been discontinued, there are similar scents on the market that you can try. Here are some alternatives that you might like:

For Women:

• Jaclyn Smith California: This fragrance has similar citrus and aromatic notes to California by Dana and can be found on websites like Fragrantica.
• Chanel Coco Eau de Parfum: This perfume is recommended for those who like California by Dana and can be found on Fragrantica.
• Yves Saint Laurent Opium (1977): This classic fragrance is also recommended for fans of California by Dana and can be found on Fragrantica.
• Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps: This feminine fragrance has similar floral and woody notes to California by Dana and can be found on Fragrantica.

For Men:

• Party Rock L'acqua di Fiori: This fragrance has a 56% match to California by Dana for men and can be found on PerfumeMaster.
• Day Collection 01 Actin' Out Zara: With a 56% match to California by Dana, this fragrance can be found on PerfumeMaster.
• Privacy Rasasi: A 53% match to California by Dana, this cologne can be found on PerfumeMaster.

Additionally, you may be able to find a similar scent to California by Dana through companies that specialize in creating custom fragrances, such as Fragrance Revival. These companies aim to recreate discontinued perfumes and colognes, so you may be able to find something close to the original California scent.

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