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Modern Muse

by Olivier Cresp , Harry Frémont

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Estée Lauder Modern Muse is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Olivier Cresp and Harry Frémont. Modern Muse opens with Mandarin, settles into a heart of Floral Notes, Jasmine, Tuberose, and Lily, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Amber, and Patchouli. Estée Lauder's Modern Muse carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Modern Muse is a floral white musk that, for most, offers a clean, elegant, and versatile experience. Some find it a bit too safe, even bordering on forgettable, but its mass appeal and office-friendliness are undeniable. Think 'professional chic' rather than 'groundbreaking art'.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
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Modern Muse Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mandarin100%
Heartas listed
Jasmine24%
Lily20%
Honeysuckle20%
Floral Notes19%
Tuberose17%
Baseas listed
Musk26%
Woody Notes21%
Patchouli20%
Amber17%
Vanilla16%

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 Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, inoffensive floral musk profile makes it an ideal office scent, frequently praised for professional settings. While versatile enough for casual wear and suitable for dates or formal events, its moderate sillage keeps it from being overwhelming.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), WATER\\AQUA\\EAU, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, GERANIOL, FARNESOL, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CITRAL, EUGENOL, CITRONELLOL, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, TOCOPHEROL, BHT, DILAURYL THIODIPROPIONATE, METHYL BENZOATE, RED 4 (CI 14700), EXT. VIOLET 2 (CI 60730), YELLOW 5 (CI 19140)

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Imagine a fresh spritz of mandarin, quickly giving way to a lush bouquet of white florals - jasmine, lily, and honeysuckle, all blooming beautifully. It’s uplifted by a clean, airy musk, with a subtle woody and ambery foundation that grounds the scent. There’s a touch of patchouli, but it's well-behaved, blending harmoniously without dominating the elegant floral heart.

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