Magie Noire
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 1978 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Galatea
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.
Prepare for a long haul: Galatea is a fruity-leather that demands serious maceration - we're talking months, maybe even a year - to reveal its full, genuinely impressive potential. Out of the box? Expect anything from plastic to burnt rubber.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 1% |
| Floral | 29% | 26% |
| Fruity | 6% | 7% |
| Green | 16% | 19% |
| Sweet | 18% | 17% |
| Warm | 9% | 9% |
| Woody | 13% | 17% |
| Earthy | 14% | 13% |
| Animalic | 10% | 11% |
| Fresh | 10% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top 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 winter and autumn.
Occasions
This powerful, long-lasting scent with moderate projection is too commanding for an office setting but perfect for dates and evening events. Its unique edgy character makes it a good fit for sophisticated casual outings, though definitely not for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Woody, Animalic accords and Orris, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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