Frédéric Malle 2014 Edt

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De Magnolia

by Carlos Benaïm

Frédéric Malle De Magnolia is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2014, created by Carlos Benaïm. The fragrance opens with Green, Bergamot, and Lemon, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Magnolia, Vetiver, and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Oakmoss, Cedar, and Amber.

Our verdict on De Magnolia: Favourite

This is a clean, crisp magnolia that's surprisingly divisive. Some find it a masterpiece of fresh realism, others a bit too soapy or masculine. It's a Malle, so quality's a given, but opinions are split.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Confident
De Magnolia Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 22%
Floral 15%
Fruity 4%
Green 16%
Sweet 9%
Warm 5%
Woody 22%
Earthy 24%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 22%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Floral
86%
Woody
76%
Earthy
62%
Aromatic
62%

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot 47% Lemon 27% Green 26%

Heart Notes

Magnolia 30% Vetiver 22% Patchouli 18% Calone 15% Jasmine 15%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 38% Cedar 33% Amber 30%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and clean, fresh profile make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as supported by reviews highlighting its 'office compatible' nature. While not overtly romantic or formal, its elegant freshness could work for daytime dates and informal events, though its sillage isn't strong enough for a grand formal impression.

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About

Eau de Magnolia opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot and lemon, underscored by fresh green notes, like peeling a citrus rind in a vibrant garden. The heart unfolds into a realistic magnolia, not overly sweet or heavy, with hints of jasmine, vetiver, and galbanum providing an airy, almost marine quality. As it settles, an earthy, woody base of oakmoss, cedar, and amber emerges, grounding the floral freshness with a subtle, sophisticated depth that's both clean and natural.

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