Comme des Garçons

Comme des Garçons, founded by Rei Kawakubo in 1973, stands as an icon of avant-garde fashion and olfactory innovation. Based in Tokyo and Paris, the house has built a reputation for defying conventions and challenging mainstream tastes, both in clothing and fragrance. Comme des Garçons Parfums, launched in 1993, is known for its agendered, unconventional fragrances that mirror the brand’s experimental spirit-such as the original anti-perfume Odeur 53, which blends over 50 non-traditional notes. The brand has pioneered the concept of fragrance series, each exploring a central theme through multiple iterations, like Incense, Synthetic, and Red. Notable collaborations with leading perfumers including Mark Buxton, Bertrand Duchaufour, Jean-Christophe Hérault, and Antoine Lie, as well as artists and brands like Monocle and KAWS, further distinguish its portfolio. Comme des Garçons fragrances are celebrated for their artistic approach, fearless use of synthetic notes, and commitment to olfactory art that often challenges wearability and conventional beauty, making the house a beacon for those seeking the unexpected in scent.