Serpentine

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Longevity

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When To Wear

Pros & Cons

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Reviews

1. A

   Alina Eriksson Love January 14, 2026

   I keep reaching for Serpentine more than I expected to. The heart is the best part for me: Frangipani and Tiare Flower feel carefully balanced. As it settles, Amber and Tolu Balsam come through and give it real depth. It wears beautifully in the office; I can still catch it on my scarf at the end of the day. Full-bottle worthy without a doubt.
2. Y

   Yara Ricci Like March 31, 2026

   I needed a full wearing before I made my mind up about Serpentine. The opening is built around Mango Blossom and Mandarin Orange — bright and immediately recognizable. The drydown leans on Amber plus Tolu Balsam and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. Projection stays close for the first hour, then becomes a soft, pleasant aura. I reach for it often and always enjoy the wear.
3. A

   Amir Dubois Love May 20, 2026

   Picked up a sample of Serpentine after reading the community buzz (2005). Give it a little time and Frangipani with Tiare Flower comes forward — smooth and well done. The base rests on Amber and Tolu Balsam — warm, grounded and easy to live with. The trail is there if someone steps close, not across the room. This has earned a permanent spot in my rotation.
4. J

   Jasper Nielsen Love May 24, 2026

   A couple of wears in, Serpentine has really grown on me. The first minutes are all about Mango Blossom with a hint of Mandarin Orange — it grabs attention without being pushy. The opening is built around Mango Blossom and Mandarin Orange — bright and immediately recognizable. I get about four to six hours before it turns into a skin scent. I would happily buy a full bottle.
5. A

   Ava Okafor Like June 7, 2026

   Roberto Cavalli knows how to compose, and Serpentine (2005) is proof. The drydown leans on Amber plus Tolu Balsam and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Frangipani with Tiare Flower, which is where the fragrance really shines. I get about four to six hours before it turns into a skin scent. A solid addition for anyone who enjoys this style.
6. N

   Naomi Fernandez Love June 19, 2026

   I needed a full wearing before I made my mind up about Serpentine. The opening is built around Mango Blossom and Mandarin Orange — bright and immediately recognizable. That first spray gives a lovely Mango Blossom/Mandarin Orange impression that dries down smoothly. It projects politely for a couple of hours, then stays close and cosy. This has earned a permanent spot in my rotation.
7. L

   Liam Dupont Love June 30, 2026

   I needed a full wearing before I made my mind up about Serpentine. The drydown leans on Amber plus Tolu Balsam and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. As it settles, Amber and Tolu Balsam come through and give it real depth. It projects politely for a couple of hours, then stays close and cosy. I would happily buy a full bottle.
8. E

   Emilia Moreau Dislike July 12, 2026

   I have owned Serpentine for a while now and my opinion has only gotten stronger. As it settles, Amber and Tolu Balsam come through and give it real depth. The drydown leans on Amber plus Tolu Balsam and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. Two sprays are enough — it carries well without shouting. I wanted to like it more than I did.
9. S

   Sofia Ali Dislike July 15, 2026

   Everyone keeps talking about Serpentine, so I finally gave it a proper test. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Frangipani with Tiare Flower, which is where the fragrance really shines. The heart is the best part for me: Frangipani and Tiare Flower feel carefully balanced. It projects politely for a couple of hours, then stays close and cosy. The composition is well made but not for me.
10. T

    Tess Brandt Dislike July 21, 2026

    Roberto Cavalli knows how to compose, and Serpentine (2005) is proof. The first minutes are all about Mango Blossom with a hint of Mandarin Orange — it grabs attention without being pushy. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Frangipani with Tiare Flower, which is where the fragrance really shines. It is not the loudest scent I own, but the balance suits it well. I can see its quality, but it simply is not my style.
11. W

    Wren Brandt Ok July 21, 2026

    Everyone keeps talking about Serpentine, so I finally gave it a proper test. That first spray gives a lovely Mango Blossom/Mandarin Orange impression that dries down smoothly. The first minutes are all about Mango Blossom with a hint of Mandarin Orange — it grabs attention without being pushy. Longevity is moderate and the trail is noticeable without being loud. Worth sampling before committing to a bottle.
12. R

    Ruben Quinn Like July 23, 2026

    A friend passed me a decant of Serpentine (2005) and I wasn’t prepared for it. The very first sniff is crisp Mango Blossom with Mandarin Orange peeking through, very much my kind of start. The opening is built around Mango Blossom and Mandarin Orange — bright and immediately recognizable. Performance is consistent: comfortable sillage and several hours of wear on my skin. I reach for it often and always enjoy the wear.
13. D

    Dario Karimi Like July 25, 2026

    Everyone keeps talking about Serpentine, so I finally gave it a proper test. The base rests on Amber and Tolu Balsam — warm, grounded and easy to live with. That first spray gives a lovely Mango Blossom/Mandarin Orange impression that dries down smoothly. In cooler weather it sits closer to the skin, which I actually prefer here. I can see this getting a lot of wear in my collection.
14. I

    Idris Nielsen Like August 9, 2026

    I picked up Serpentine (2005) mostly on a whim, and it turned out to be a pleasant surprise. The very first sniff is crisp Mango Blossom with Mandarin Orange peeking through, very much my kind of start. As it settles, Amber and Tolu Balsam come through and give it real depth. Performance is consistent: comfortable sillage and several hours of wear on my skin. I can see this getting a lot of wear in my collection.
15. I

    Ivan Whitmore Like August 9, 2026

    Everyone keeps talking about Serpentine, so I finally gave it a proper test. The opening is built around Mango Blossom and Mandarin Orange — bright and immediately recognizable. The heart is the best part for me: Frangipani and Tiare Flower feel carefully balanced. In cooler weather it sits closer to the skin, which I actually prefer here. Well done — recommended if the notes appeal to you.
16. L

    Liam Jansen Love August 9, 2026

    I keep reaching for Serpentine more than I expected to. The heart is the best part for me: Frangipani and Tiare Flower feel carefully balanced. The very first sniff is crisp Mango Blossom with Mandarin Orange peeking through, very much my kind of start. It is not the loudest scent I own, but the balance suits it well. This has earned a permanent spot in my rotation.
17. S

    Sara Oliveira Like 2 weeks ago

    For a 2005 release, Serpentine deserves more attention than it gets. Give it a little time and Frangipani with Tiare Flower comes forward — smooth and well done. That first spray gives a lovely Mango Blossom/Mandarin Orange impression that dries down smoothly. It projects politely for a couple of hours, then stays close and cosy. I can see this getting a lot of wear in my collection.