Comme des Garçons 1999 EDP

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Comme des Garcons 2

by Mark Buxton

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Comme des Garçons Comme des Garcons 2 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1999, created by Mark Buxton. Comme des Garcons 2 opens with Mate, Angelica, Mandarin, and Tea, settles into a heart of Caraway, Magnolia, Cinnamon, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Amber, Cedar, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Comme des Garçons's Comme des Garcons 2 carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one is a total mind-bender - a love-it-or-hate-it scent that screams avant-garde. It’s got a loyal fanbase who sees it as futuristic and artistic, but others find it a challenging wear - potentially even headache-inducing. Prepare for a ride, because this isn't your average whiff.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Modern
  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
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Comme des Garcons 2 Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its unique, often metallic and clean profile with moderate longevity and sillage makes it suitable for casual wear and dates where it can spark conversation. While some find it office-friendly due to its 'clean' aspect, its edgy 'industrial' vibe might be too assertive for strict formal settings and too complex for sporty occasions.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bay laurel Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil from Bay Leaf

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

It kicks off with a shimmering burst of aldehydes and bright mandarin, underpinned by the crisp, green scent of tea and mate. As it settles, an unusual ink note emerges, artfully blended with aromatic bay leaf and a warm whisper of caraway and cinnamon. The drydown reveals a sophisticated base of earthy patchouli, vetiver, and smoky incense, rounded out by a soft amber warmth. It's a dance between cool metal and comforting spice, fresh cleanliness and dark depth.

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