Frédéric Malle 2000 EDP

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En Passant

by Olivia Giacobetti

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Frédéric Malle En Passant is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2000, created by Olivia Giacobetti. En Passant opens with Orange, Galbanum, Cucumber, and Banana, settles into a heart of Broom, Petitgrain, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Wheat, Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Frédéric Malle's En Passant carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This is a truly divisive one. For some, it's a photorealistic masterpiece of dewy lilac after rain; for others, a fleeting, expensive 'cucumber water' or even 'cat piss' masquerading as a high-end scent. Approach with an open mind, but don't expect universal adoration.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Romantic
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En Passant 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
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its delicate sillage and clean, fresh floral profile make it excellent for office or casual wear, where it won't overwhelm. While some find it romantic, its subtle nature and frequent mentions of weak projection make it less ideal for formal events or energetic sport, unless you enjoy reapplying.

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

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Imagine burying your face in a fresh lilac bush after a spring shower. En Passant captures that moment, leading with crisp, watery notes of cucumber and fresh greens that perfectly mimic rainfall. Soon, the heart blooms into a delicate, ethereal lilac, supported by hints of lily of the valley and subtle florals. A unique base of wheat eventually grounds the scent, adding a comforting, almost bread-like softness and a touch of musk, evoking a gentle, natural elegance.

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