Magie Noire
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 1978 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Yohji Essential
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A bewitching chypre that commands attention, Magie Noire is vintage glamour incarnate. Green, mossy woods and dark resins swirl with florals for a haunting, enigmatic statement.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, but if you're into unique, sophisticated chypres, Yohji Essential could be your next obsession. It's not for the faint of heart, but those who 'get' it absolutely adore its enigmatic charm.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 5% |
| Floral | 29% | 37% |
| Fruity | 6% | 2% |
| Green | 16% | 14% |
| Sweet | 18% | 16% |
| Warm | 9% | 9% |
| Woody | 13% | 8% |
| Earthy | 14% | 19% |
| Animalic | 10% | 9% |
| Fresh | 10% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Oakmoss, patchouli and resinous notes thrive in cool weather, making Magie Noire perfect for fall and winter. Its richness and warmth suit chilly evenings, but the green and floral edges make it wearable in spring.
Occasions
Best suited for formal or evening occasions due to its opulent, bold character and pronounced sillage. Too commanding for sporty or daily office settings, but has a deeply romantic vintage allure for nights out.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its unique, complex profile, along with mentions of it being 'powerful' and 'long-lasting,' suggests it's best suited for evenings and cooler weather. While potentially too bold for some office environments, its sophistication makes it excellent for dates and formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Green, Earthy accords and Oakmoss, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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