Acquired

Comme des Garçons 2008 EDP

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8 88

by Antoine Lie

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Comme des Garçons 8 88 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Antoine Lie. 8 88 opens with Papyrus, Coriander, and Turmeric, settles into a heart of Geranium, Saffron, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Amber and Patchouli. Comme des Garçons's 8 88 carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This isn't for the faint of heart; 8 88 is either a 'wow' or a 'weird', with its metallic-spicy embrace alienating as many as it enraptures. A challenging but undeniably unique scent for those who dare.
  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Warm
  • Confident
  • Clean
8 88 Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its unique, sometimes 'metallic' nature and solid projection make it a bit much for a formal office setting, though some found it wearable if lightly applied. The warm and intriguing accords lend themselves well to dates and casual outings where its distinctiveness can be appreciated without being overwhelming.

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8 88 opens with an immediate jolt of warm, earthy turmeric and a fresh, peppery coriander, creating a dynamic first impression. As it settles, a floral geranium note emerges, intertwined with the rich, slightly metallic nuance of saffron and a smoky incense. The drydown reveals a comforting blend of warm amber and deep, grounding patchouli, leaving a lasting, complex trail that oscillates between clean and subtly animalic.