Description
Kelly Caleche, the luxurious fragrance by the house of Hermes dedicated to famous Grace Kelly and the leather Kelly bag, as well as to the legendary evening perfume Caleche, was introduced last year.
Kelly Caleche was developed by Jean-Claude Ellena from charming and gentle, bitterish rhapsodies of citruses and grapefruit which blend with floral notes full of nuances, with a characteristic powdery face of iris, gourmand yellow mimosa and rose. The perfect signature is added by a fine leather note. Last year’s edition was dedicated to young women and ladies and the bottle was signed by designer Philippe Mouquet.
After great success with last year’s edition, a luxurious and very interesting edition for your purse was presented. It is shaped like a silver lock, available in limited number as 7,5 ml pure perfume extract, created of reconstructed aromas of the first perfume including jasmine, mimosa, tuberose and iris with benzoin and discrete accords of leather.
The new edition, Hermes Kelly Caleche Eau de Parfum, arrives in a flacon shaped just like the EDT version, with a small, charming lock around the neck of the bottle, which symbolically connects all three editions.
The new variant was developed by renowned perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena, who retained a floral-leather composition.
Kelly Caleche Eau de Parfum includes accords of Barenia calf leather, sheep leather, rose and violet, which are wrapped in an attractive vanilla veil. The new, luxurious edition is available from February 2009, in amounts of 50 and 100 ml EDP.
colt1994 – :
While I consider the EdP to be a better perfume than the EdT, because it is well blended and sounds more like a proper perfume to the nose… I don’t like this one. It has something facile about it and also moth dusty oldish.
I love my EdT instead!
NadaSurf – :
It smells like a pleasant, calming and mellow leather and tea to my nose.
Ivain – :
I have only recently begun to enjoy the leather note. Kelly Caleche is the perfect introduction for a gal. It’s nice new and expensive leather that never takes over from the other notes. Definitely just another note in the mix.
It is very ladylike. Roses, mimosa, violets and iris are powdery floral heaven. There is something about it that makes me think of fragrant tea. I can totally see why Grace Kelly was the inspiration.
I guess Grace is one of the old Hollywood greats but this does not smell in any way vintage. It seems timeless with its soft freshness and restraint. There is nothing heavy or screechy at all. You could go mad with application and I can’t imagine anyone disliking the result. Yes, the sillage is less than average.
Yep, this is what you want to wear when having afternoon tea in Claridges. Class in a bottle.
dentsoin – :
I blind bought this for my birthday because I got a great deal and I wanted a feminine leather that I could wear during our hot Arizona summer. I expected this to smell a lot like Valentino Donna as the notes are so similar. Donna was a pass for me it was very powdery and pink and sweet like chalky candy (sweet tarts or smarties) too sweet and I didn’t get much leather honestly. Kelly Caleche is very different. Despite the fact that this one is SUPPOSED to be powdery I didn’t find it so on me it’s leaning more towards fresh. It’s kinda bitter and acidic and sourish at first spray. I was thinking oh no the grape fruit. But there is not grape fruit in the EDP notes So I’m confused. I’m pretty sure it’s still in the mix. The leather is (thank goodness) VERY present. Much stronger then the floral notes, which is fine by me as leather is what I was looking for. I don’t find it oversweet either. After that rough opening it really settles into a nice classy leather handbag leather with delicate floral tones. The silage is moderate. I will need to spend some more time with this one, it wasn’t love at first sight but maybe it can grow on me.
oops – :
well i will start my review by saying…this is a skin scent! i cannot smell it on myself unless i put my nose right up to my wrist.i will say, that this is way more addictive than i ever expected it would be!!!
Kelly Caleche reminds me a little bit of L’Artisan Parfumeur’s Dzing!, but a more feminine and less eccentric version. It even has the same hay accord. In fact, Kelly Caleche might smell more like hay to me thatn Dzing! does.
It’s a beautiful scent, but there’s no sillage. You would have to be up close in person and sniffing to smell this one.
It is lovely though. 100% high class
beeki – :
One Thursday afternoon..
I saw Princess Kelly Caleche EDP walk into the grand salon of Hotel Hermitage, wearing beige and brown Chanel suit, carrying a Blue Izmir bag with Twilly’d up handle in Rouge Hermes. They smell of creamy vanilla and leather, with a trail of iris and rose.
Her smile eradiates the same type of sweetness with Sur Le Toit and Sur Le Nil, who also share the same father.
Apparently, allegedly the father likes to fool around with the neighbor. Her initials are YSL. Their alleged daughter is nicknamed “In Love Again.”
Anyway, back to Miss Kelly Caleche.
Upon chatting with her for 2-3 hours, her breath filled up the room with a bouquet of violet, rose, and tuberose.
How did she do that? Everyone was mesmerized.
Witness,
-AB-
fluongefere – :
The scent of the spring fairy. She arrives in ancient Europe – perhaps France or England – on a beautiful white horse, rides through the woods, leaving a trail of rosebuds, fresh grass and daffodils on her way. Even a fresh galbanum note is there – the forest awakens. Brings me into a nice mood of old times, though it’s a really modern scent! One of my go-to-office fragrances (apart from Gabrielle, which is totally different, sunny elegance) The only complaint: in the cold of winter, green top notes stay too long and get a bit acidic on my skin.
But when the temperature rises … the spring fairy comes. She is very welcome.
kafke – :
My least favorite fragrance, out of thousands. The ONLY scent that has actually made me physically ill. Even just thinking about it makes my head start to hurt and my stomach churn! I think it’s the iris combined with the leather here that for me creates something toxic. I have the bottle in it’s box encased in a super thick plastic sealed bag in a closet. Seriously, I don’t even want to touch it…lol. Interesting how different we can be in our perceptions of scents. Bottom line on this one- don’t blind buy as I did!
kosty56 – :
I was signed out as guest_ below…
One of my new found favorites. I find this much better than the edt version. I did not like the grapefruit in the edt.
This edp has the addition of vanilla. It really softens out the leather. The leather is prominent throughout. It’s pleasantly powdery as well.
It does have a bit of that quality vintage cosmetics from the bottom of a high end leather handbag smell. This would make a great everyday scent. I would wear this into the night also. I find it signature worthy for a conservatively non-complicated woman.
Jan
09
SamuilKolt – :
Now this one is lovely. A bit harsh in the beginning but it dries down to softly powdery leather with lipstick violet.
podliy77 – :
scent : 9/10
sillage : 7/10
longevity :7/10
80% day / 20% night fragrance
nice green feminine scent
reminds me of Sur Le Nil but more feminine
Deroxbnott – :
I had high expectations, but i am disappointed. This is not bad, but people described it in such glorious terms that i was expecting much more. It is an ok fragrance. A powdery, make upy leather with a bit of rose . it is refined and elegant but unimaginative and a bit too tame.
For a floral leather, i prefer Fan di Fendi and Fan di Fendi extreme.
nicnic57 – :
This is the only Hermes I’ve tried and/or purchased. After spraying this Eau d parfum version I wondered what was there, but within minutes I smelt the rose and fresh green notes. I was weary to buy a perfume that had a leather note, but I can’t detect it, its ever so subtle. After a while, what settled on my skin was an expensive smelling fresh rose, delicate floral. Long lasting. Oh I’m so glad I took the plunge with the leather note. It’s beautiful.
JelenaKre – :
Delicate, feminine fragrance. Soft, spring rose – only petals or even rosebuds – on leather base. And delicate powder coming from the iris and violet in the background.
What really amazes me is the prominent citrus note in the beginning. I checked the box then checked the bottle, both says eau de perfume. But citrus it there – fresh and tangy, perfectly combined with rose. Maybe my skin amplifies a note or a mixture of notes that gives this citrusy feel, I don’t know. Anyway, I like it. I like the sparkling beginning, the delicate floral heart and the expensive, fine leather that is always there. Very exquisite fragrance – youthful, elegant and long lasting.
che809 – :
Very different from anything I’ve ever smelled leather notes blended with rose and other florals. I do not personally like this. However I see the appeal.
chillbreaker – :
This is a delicate floral scent. Ultra feminine. Very natural, Reminds me of spring. This is what a lady should smell like. All the notes are in sync and it lasts without being overpowering. I really like this scent. This was well executed.
security666 – :
It’s not a real review
Just that I remember to test it last year and I almost hated it!I remember a green,citrusy opening blended with a cucumbey violet,then a very mature plastic rose drydown which was too much masculine for me.I wasn’t surprised to find out I dislike it since it’s very difficult to find a Hermes which I can really like,merveilles amber,hermes rouge and Faubourg 24 being my only exceptions.today I found it’s sample among a bunch of other samples and sprayed it once on back of my hand.honestly I’m surprised!
Still it’s initial blast is a little citrusy and green(grapefruit like?)but it soon settles down to this soft powdery flowers wrapped in a sheer velvety layer of a warm leather note which is not dirty,plasticy or masculine even a bit.rose,violet and iris all appear very subtle here followed by a touch of non-sweet creamy vanilla which seems to have a balancing role
It’s a very soft scent all through it’s life.a sensual and classy skin scent which has been with me for +10 hours upto now but it’s so delicate that I can’t smell it without sniffing my hand closely
As I mentioned before it’s not a real review,not yet as I’m puzzled right now and I need further testings.after using up my sample I’m going to make my final decision but for now I see nothing to dislike here since it appears as a soft,inoffensive skin scent on me.though it’s pleasant and it becomes more lovely as time passes I can say that I love it either
P.s:
It reminds me miss boucheron speacially after first hour of it’s application.miss boucheron is a more youthful,slightly fruity version and isn’t as light and faint as this one
shamanic – :
A piece of art indeed! in summers, all I need and can tolerate is freshness in perfumes. This one has nothing to do with “freshness”, But I surprisingly can wear it in these warm days. The class has done its job perfectly!
Семьянихин.В.Е – :
A very feminine, pretty leather with powdery roses and violets. I’ve never smelled a leather this prim and proper before, but it makes perfect sense coming from Hermes and being inspired by Grace Kelly. This is something I’d wear to a professional occasion or when I want to wear something more conservative, it’s rather “buttoned up”.
vernyk – :
Powdery? Yes. VERY!
Roses/flowers? yes.
Leather? Well hidden if it’s in there!!
Fragrance: rather sugary sweet, nothing really special.
I found it (honestly, but that’s my own opinion) rather boring. Not for me…
Underfark – :
The best perfume of all! Trust me! I´ve already had the EDT version (that made me feel special when I received great compliments) and I´m jumping for joy now that I finaly got the EDP version. I think that I rule the world with this fragrance. I love Kelly Calèche to death!
boris11 – :
Absolutely sexy and very dominant rose & leather scent. Definitely a headturner. I need a bottle of this in my life.
ujf568Unlogrere – :
Leather? What leather? I can barely detect it on my skin. There is a suede-lite accord as the scent dries down, but it’s almost imperceptible.
That aside, this is an extremely wearable and pleasant floral, most suitable for autumn and spring. The floral notes are very well blended and sweetened with a light touch of vanilla. The rose Ellena uses is recognisable here. At times Kelly Caleche EDP reminded me of Un Jardin sur le Toit, which is strange because the notes are very different. I would agree with many who have mentioned that there is some citrus in the top notes alongside the mimosa (thankfully at a lower dose than the EDT, which had a sourness that made it impossible to wear; see also Jour d’Hermes).
This is hard to dislike, unless you can’t stand powder in perfumes. I’d recommend it as something to buy as a part of a rotation of office scents.
BraxBerbflelf – :
Soapy soapy soapy soap. Dove soap, specifically. I had a friend sniff my wrist to confirm, and she agreed.
Is it my skin? Is it the Ellena-ade? Or is the combination of powdery iris with rose?
Good for smelling like clean skin, I suppose.
Dizeel23 – :
Smells like Caleche soie de parfum with fruit added. I am surprised people are saying they don’t smell alike….
Lovely none the less 🙂
sedoy89 – :
Opens up with all leather. And then the florals come in both powdery and green. If there were a category for floral leather; this is the exemplar. The idea of an upscale handbag is spot on. The powdery (iris/rose) florals could easily be the expensive makeup items placed inside. And the green violets, sweetened with mimosa, accentuate the sour tannins of the leather perfectly. There’s a fresh menthol-ish note that I can’t quite identify, but is lovely and balanced well. Sillage is just off the skin after the first hour’s wave of leather. And I get a comfortable day’s wear from an application.
Zetrik_Xyli – :
This is amazing. This is a perfume I “flirt” with everytime I hit a depertment store, for the last 3 years.
To me It quite simply smells like smooth roses, and earthy leather, with a sweet note that to me smells like cassis. It is quite powdery, but the sweeter and fruitier note that I detect (that is not written) balances it out.
It is quite simply great. It’s demure while somehow still manging to be sexy. It’s simple and fresh yet sophisticated and rich. To me, this is a one classy perfume.
If I would have to choose 3 words to sum this frgrance up, they would be: Rich; Classic; Playful
lottogle1 – :
I was gifted a bottle of this, else I’d never have tried it since the EDT is one of those fragrances that I can’t stand at all. I was shocked with how much I ended up liking it! I believe the lack of grapefruit notes is the reason for my love affaor with the EDP. The EDP is 100% leather, with a powdery feeling but also a bit sour due to the rose, and thus easy to wear it even on a hot day like today. Like another reviewer, I do get strong chamomile notes for the first hour, which later dissipitate but don’t disappear completely.
For me this a perfect fragrance for everyday wear, especially if you’re in the 30+ age group because it’s elegant without being stuffy or pretentious but also very close to a skin scent, which makes it wearable in every social occasion, from the meeting room to the playground with the kids. Lasting power is above 12 hours for me (at that point it smells a bit like melted beeswax infused with flower petals, yum!), but sillage is not enormous, which I guess is something your co-workers will appreciate. The fact that it is unlike any other fragrance I own or have tested, as well as not widely used, make this a good candidate for a signature scent in my book. Did I say I was impressed?
Димко – :
Leather in this scent makes others fond of you subconsciously
It is for special moments.
illizitty – :
I was not sure how I felt about this fragrance at first and wasn’t too comfortable buying a full bottle, but when the saleslady offered to fill my Hermes leather atomizers (in taupe 🙂 ) I had to say yes. I am so happy I did! It’s elegant and sophisticated but still young. Unlike Caleche, which is beautiful in its own way, but too mature for me. I also find its 1000x better than the EDT in my opinion. Both versions are sour, though the EDT smells a little bit like sour milk to me and the EDP is more of a fresh fruity sour.
The leather and rose are paired beautifully in this fragrance. Red berries are there as well, but it’s not sweet.
shemsheli – :
What a beautiful scent! Upon the first spray you can definitely smell the leather/suede which is a bit overwhelming at first, then a nice floral dry down afterwards. Sillage is good…I felt like the scent radiated at least a foot from my body. Longevity is excellent at 8 hours. Very classy, feminine, lovely scent! This is a great addition to anyone’s wardrobe.
Loddediarie – :
I am not sure how I feel about this scent. I received it as a present along with the matching body lotion. Like others mentioned, it opened crisp then quickly moved to citrus-floral, hint of leather territory. As the day wore on though, it deepened into a very leathery scent and ended that way. On me, it was very long-lasting (I layered it with the matching body lotion). Sillage seemed moderate (at least that was my hope). It is indeed a unique scent and definitely had traces of the Hermes “Juice” but I am not sure I am comfortable with the heavy leather scent at the end of the journey which lasted longer than the other phases. I tried it in cold weather. I will need to see how this wears during warm weather. For some reason, I am fearful of wearing this scent and annoying people around me. I will need to get the courage to give it another try.
Otaman1980 – :
One of the perfumes I reach for quite often and I miss it when I run out
моторчик – :
I’m hooked the second the saleswoman spray it gently on my wrist.. It is unique and can’t be described similar to other perfume. But definitely a mature perfume, although not old. Very fine for evening, because it is sophisticated. Just beautiful..
prel – :
Just beautiful and so unique. Smells like an expensive leather handbag filled with roses and violets. Very work-appropriate, this makes me picture a very well-put-together woman in designer business clothes, immaculate hair and makeup, and completely self-assured. Sophisticated and classy!
oleg112 – :
Violet and leather on my skin. On my clothes I smell peony…beautiful, sophisticated scent. I am hooked:)
freedi_990 – :
This is a very demure, barely there violet tinged leather…in the dry down. For almost all of the duration, citrusy grapefruit is the most dominant note, strongest in the beginning but persistent all the way into the drydown.
I really like the leather-violet combo and wish I got more of it.
I will try this again in the near future on a very hot day and hope it plays out differently on my skin than it does on this very mild 70°C day.
MultiAwers – :
Kelly Calèche, you really are something else.
I got a sample of this and it was love at first smell. I fall in love with perfumes quite easily, but this must have set the record because I went right to “Give me a bottle of this” in approximately two seconds.
It’s unlike other Hermès perfumes I know and love. Almost all of the Hermès perfumes I have and love are either very vegetal, green, herby or aquatic. This is something else. Kelly Calèche opens with a burst of floral which quickly turns into something very leathery and powdery. The leather and powder blend is very creamy and I’m actually very surprised I love it that much since it somewhat reminded me of YSL’s Parisienne and I steer clear from Parisienne because it smells too synthetic to me. However, if Parisienne is like spilling perfume inside a cheap vinyl makeup bag, Kelly Calèche is more like spilling expensive perfume inside an equally expensive, very luxurious leather bag.
Anyway, over time, Kelly Calèche loses its creamy, soft leathery-powdery scent and turns more floral; the cosmetics-perfume-leather-bag combination also grows stronger. A caveat, though: this combination is perfectly lovely in colder weather but in hotter climate this could easily become dizzying scent bomb. Thankfully though, this perfume does not have enormous sillage like Dior’s Poison.
Overall, this is a very lovely homage to both the bag and the original Calèche. This is a very yummy evening perfume and I fail to see how this would offend anyone if worn correctly. Kelly Calèche is elegant and mesmerising, just like Grace Kelly herself. Hermès did a very good job with this. Had I lived somewhere colder, this could very well boot Coco Mademoiselle or my Un Jardin perfumes out of my “favourites” list.
PS: the bottle is insanely pretty too!
Rating: 9/10
helikopter – :
It seems that this fragrance is experienced very differently by different people. Therefore, I will only add that for me it is a unique perfume that stands out in the most beautiful and elegant way. An absolute masterpiece with extremely well interwolven noten.
As of a comparison between this (edp) and the edt, I much more prefer the edp. I first got aquainted via sample with the edt and liked it very much. However, I recently received the edp as a gift and was amazed how much better it was. The edp is very delicate and the edt is sharp.
Love, love, love!
wladzuzya – :
I am so glad I gave the EDP a chance (having disliked the EDT).
The EDP is lovely and fresh, I get the leather and rose and a hint of violet.
On first spraying I get the impression of Turkish Delight, but this does not last and is replaced by a lovely soft almost powdery scent.
The bottle is cute with the padlock and twist to raise the nozzle for spraying.
vca327speagoessenda – :
First, I find it quite fresh and mesmerizing but confusing. Why is there no grapefruit listed in the notes? I know it’s there. It doesn’t have the abrasive opening of the edt, but it’s pretty intensive and persistent. I don’t see how the other notes could create that scent? Someone tell me please. The edt was too sour and bitter for me. I like the floral grapefruit in Jour d’ Hermes too, so Kelly reminds me of it, though the other notes are all different. I would say the grapefruit fades in a half hour, but it’s still there. the sweet of it is so fine and delicate–gossamer powder. Silage and longevity are very good. I get leather caressing the floral but not the deep leather scent others have mentioned, and I barely detect the vanilla, such a whisper. I honestly can not pick out the individual flowers but a wafty mix of rose, tuberose and jasmine in a gyre of a dance– quite lovely.
vet_ra – :
Kelly Caleche is a lovely softly-sweet floral bouquet from Hermes. Very chic and sophisticated.
When I smelt this in the vial, I couldn’t smell the leather at all, and for some strange reason, when that happens, it usually means that the accord is suede instead of leather. My skin strongly dislikes suede; it’s always a strong chemical accord on me. However, because Kelly Caleche is a very busy fragrance in the beginning, it makes it difficult to determine all of the notes. I think that I am smelling leather which is anchoring all of the florals, because there does seem to be a darker sort of note behind them.
The perfume is citrusy on my skin in the opening, and afterwards I definitely smell some powdery iris, rose, mimosa (acacia) and violet. I think it’s one of those perfumes that you would be able to clearly determine all of the notes with repeat wearings. The dry-down is much softer; a cleaner, lighter and fresher sort of floral. In addition, I didn’t get a lot of vanilla – it’s mainly flowers and leather on me.
Overall, the EDP is much more powdery and floral than the EDT, which I found lighter and fresher with it’s grapefruit accord. But the two are quite similar. The sillage is soft and very pretty; longevity is for about 6-7 hours.
seerrg_49 – :
I see that people love it. Unfortunately I can’t like it much.
It’s a very strong perfume, mostly I sense leather and violet.
It’s mature, not youthful at all.
There is powdery elegance, but I still can’t enjoy it.
senik – :
This is a truly elegant perfume. It is well blended, distinctive and long wearing. I have a big bottle of the edp but I’m ashamed to say I don’t reach for it often. I love rose and leather notes but somehow I don’t find this easy to wear for every day. I reserve it for special occasions, particularly professional ones (meetings, conferences etc.) when I want to feel smart, sophisticated and authoritative.
vanka62 – :
Oh wow did this one surprise me! Typically I’m not a fan of Rose nor leather, but this is just beautiful! It Does have a very realistic “stick your nose in an leather bag” vibe, VERY Luxurious and Expensive smelling. If you struggle with rose and leather like me, but are interested in exploring something new. I’d definitely say give this one a try. It’s lovely.
sved100 – :
Refreshing grapefruit opening, very pleasant and elegant rose and hay drydown. My favorite spring/summer scent.
Den86Xak – :
This may be the most elegant perfume I’ve ever tried. It starts out very light, a nearly aquatic blend of violet and iris, and then the rose and leather slowly come in. The leather is truly buttery, and a gorgeous treatment of the note. I’m reminded of an young woman wearing a well-made leather jacket or pair of gloves. She’s fashionable and lively, but also wise beyond her years.
When I tested this today I accidentally wore it through my run (in the hot and humid weather outdoors–I figured it would have died out by then!), so I have a pretty good idea how it performs in hot versus cool weather. In the cool the leather and floral notes are in perfect balance, which comes across as a very relaxing scent to me. In the heat more of the leather comes out so the scent is darker and just a touch more animalic. I don’t usually like that kind of accord, but in this it’s subtle and very nice.
This is going to the top of my want list, and as soon as I can get my hands on a bottle it may very well become a new signature for me. I just can’t get enough!
_E_N_O_T_ – :
Actually my dad bought my mom this one for her birthday but she didnt like it and ended up giving this to me and tbh this is definitely noooooot my scent. For my this smells very spicy and animalic.. a lil bit sweet but the sour part take over the part at the end. This is absolutely reflects the 18/19th century kinda smells.. just like the people at titanic (you know like the people from the upper crust from Britain whose accent is Posh :D) i just directly thought of them when i smelled this perfume! Classic and strong but for older women:)
Annndy – :
Leather & Rose. Elegant, delicate, easy to wear, long lasting. Very pleasant, truly feminine perfume!
ElusaNavyEdulap – :
Deep leather scent. I think leather perfumes can be incredibly sexy, but not all ladies can use them. On my skin this fragrance is quite heavy, maybe because of my skin type – oily to mixed. Most of powerful scents are just too intense on my skin. Typical power monsters. And I don’t want to kill anyone with my perfume, really!
Update: Base notes are comforting but too intense for me.
tuggroupsMisp – :
I am always hunting for the right leather frag. I love love love leather smells. Sadly this was a disappointment because I cant wear rose of any kind. I smelled what can only be described as really soft suede leather, I pictured almost a pink smooth to the touch buttery suede next to some plastic flowers……I just wanted the suede only. The flowers gave me a head ache, didn’t like it. Theres no horse smells or dirtiness. I think its a nice one to try if you love leather, its not spicy or musky, there’s for me a kind of pretentiousness to it but it was pretty all the same. I like my leather kinda punk rock and this is not what this smells like. Leather is so primal, this smells like trying to lift your pinky at tea time while your leather purse heats up in the sun. Its very smooth and good quality though, and a must try if you love leather, just to experience. If it does work for you, its not as expensive as some leather scents….ahem Tom Ford im looking at you.
Priboi – :
This is a stunning elegant fragrance. Today was the first time I tried it and I have no idea why it took me so long to try this one. I think once I am out of one of my “work day” fragrances I will buy this instead. It is exactly what I am looking for.
chicago80 – :
So many things were written about this scent. I am not going to analyze the notes and the impression it did. The only thing is that after using the niche perfumery and spending a lot by looking for something unique Kelly Caleche became my signature scent. Really unique for someone who is tired of the mainstream perfumery. Thanks
Phymbor – :
Pardon the repost, I first put this in the wrong place.
Mm. De-lovely. Alone in a rose garden after a light morning rain, sun peaking through the clouds, a bundle of pink rosebuds on a stem, standing firm, it’s not yet late enough in the year for them to open. The leather is a memory of winter, the flowers look with expectation for summer to come.
vladstr – :
I am very much enjoying this youthful but elegant , fun , playful master piece.
Its full of sweet roses and soft suede leather. The leather however is not strong and if I didn’t know about it I would not think it was leather , now that I do know I realize its soft sweet leather , an easy leather scent to wear for non leather lovers. It has a certain elegance and sophistication that I am drawn to but it also has a youthful side to it , it suits any age any situation from morning to nighttime. I love the sweetness !
The Dry down is a little more leathery but by no means a leather anyone would find too much. Even a leather hater could not hate Kelley !
Caleche EDP The iris and the violets is what makes this perfume so amazing in my opinion and I appreciate how the vanilla makes it warm and rounds it up. Amazing composition. I tried the Edt and in comparison its fresher and more citrusy. It’s maybe a great summer option and may be even less of the leather , if any. I preferred the EDP by far as it is rounder and sweeter and well pretty much perfect for what I want 🙂
I love how its fresh and sweet.
Update, i have wearing this a lot and I can smell the calfskin now a lot more. Its great. It smells of roses and suede with fresh soapy violets , the vanilla is gourgous too. I am tempted to get the edt for the hotter summer months.
Antyporn – :
Sexy, sophisticated, chic and classy. The leather and the rose are gorgeous together. Somehow I feel it spicy…like pepperish. Absolutly a must have fragrance!
Codex_Gigas – :
I want to like it because of the glowing reviews, but it makes me feel nauseous. An unpleasant coagulation forms within my mouth.
motor1964 – :
Do you remember the smell of your mom’s favourite purse? Leather, lipstick, cash, a perfume sample or two, and at least one piece of emergency candy. If you look back fondly on that gloriously feminine scent, you’ll adore Kelly Calèche. This fragrance simultaneously evokes feelings of comfort and class.
I’m glad I didn’t read the notes list before trying this…I may never have sampled it out of an irrational fear of smelling like a sweaty old man smothered in flowers. The leather note is most prominent to me, but it’s light and blends divinely with the florals to keep things fresh and feminine. I think of cashmere-lined driving gloves nestled next to a rose-scented Lancôme lipstick. Mmmm.
I first wore Kelly Calèche during a girls’ day out downtown in a new city, a day which ended in my getting my nose pierced. The piercing was something I’d been wanting for a million years but never thought I’d have the courage to actually do. This fragrance definitely helped give me a little push. Fond memories! 🙂
nikokolauev – :
Mellyhelly
you smell it like that because you smell it from a close distance with concentration,,
try smelling it from a far distance , also spray it from far not too close and you will smell the lovely rose with leather mixed so lovely,,
one of the best perfumes in my opinion , has class on its own..
elegant,,
inaka – :
Same story with EdP. Yes, it smells richer and different, but not for me.
On paper I smell an elegant and bold mix of flowers, rose, geranium, leather…
On my skin: rotten hay and dirty horse saddle.
Why??
🙁
sagno – :
Buying in the auction time..and I am lucky to try it..I cant explain in detail, but simply I love it…
alex80zit – :
This fragrance is very special and unusual. Smells expensively sweet and delicious in my body chemistry.
This is rose scent (which I love so much) blended with unique leathery and animalic scent with a little powdery in there, I felt it very light but with strong personality.
One of my favorite for day time party. Good Silage and long lasting too
ruslan999 – :
I like it & I’m thinking of repurchasing it. It’s simply a pretty unique scent. It doesn’t remind me of any other perfume.
expressul – :
I really like this-smells just like a nice pair of gloves sprayed with rosy perfume. It develops nicely on skin, even though leather doesn’t seem to evolve very much as time passes, but that’s just one of it’s specificities.
Smells classy and wild at the same time. The sweet aroma of flowers is contained by potent leather. I would say that this is a perfume for all ages, however the lasting power is rediculous- I can barely smell it after 2 hours. The projection is pretty good though while it lasts. If looking for leathery rose try Agent Provocateur- a creamier , more rounded perfume in sim