Dries Van Noten 2026 EDT

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Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition)

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Dries Van Noten Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition) is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2026, created by Marie Salamagne. Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition) opens with Bergamot and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Musk and Rose, and dries down to a base of Chestnut and Cacao Pod. Dries Van Noten's Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition) carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This Limited Edition is dividing opinions, not on the scent itself, which is a bona fide crowd-pleaser, but on its perceived value and hefty price tag. Expect a delightful fragrance, but be ready for the controversy around the bottle.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Romantic
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Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition) Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot50%
Blackcurrant50%
Heartas listed
Musk53%
Rose47%
Baseas listed
Cacao Pod60%
Chestnut40%

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
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 Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its sophisticated balance of fruity, floral, and gourmand notes makes it versatile, perfectly suited for dates and formal events. While generally well-received, its luxurious character might be a bit much for a casual office setting, but it's an easy reach for evening engagements.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

A delightful journey starting with a sparkling burst of bergamot and the rich tang of blackcurrant, like a spoonful of jam. This fruity opening gracefully melts into a heart of powdery rose and a clean, soft musk, creating an elegantly sensual core. The dry-down introduces a gourmand whisper with warm, nutty chestnut and the bitter sweetness of cacao pod, reminiscent of a sophisticated dessert.

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