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Dries Van Noten 2022 EDP

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Soie Malaquais

by Marie Salamagne

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Dries Van Noten Soie Malaquais is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Marie Salamagne. Soie Malaquais 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 carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one is a divisive delight, drawing adoration for its unique, silken charm, yet some can't get past what they see as a synthetic, shampoo-like quality or steep price. If you want a smooth, fruity-nutty rose with an elusive 'silk' accord, and don't mind a softer projection, this could be your next obsession.
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Elegant
Soie Malaquais Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Fruity
100%
Cacao
91%
Rose
86%
Nutty
72%
Floral
68%

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and smooth elegance make it suitable for office wear, though its sensuality really shines on a date. The warm, comforting accords perfectly suit cooler weather and more intimate, relaxed or formal settings, rather than casual daytime or sport.

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About

Imagine a velvet curtain opening on a bowl of rich, ripe blackcurrants, given a zesty lift by bergamot. This gives way to a smooth, almost liquid rose, wrapped in an indescribable 'silk' accord that’s more about texture than scent. The base settles into a comforting, warm embrace of roasted chestnut and dark, unsweetened cacao, conjuring an elegant, earthy sweetness that feels both botanical and utterly delectable.