Grès 2002 Edp

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Cabaret

by Michel Almairac

Grès Cabaret is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2002, created by Michel Almairac. The fragrance opens with Rose, Lily Of The Valley, and Peony, settles into a heart of Iris, Violet, and Incense, and dries down to a base of White Oleander, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Musk.

Our verdict on Cabaret: Favourite

This one's a divisive beauty. Some adore its dark, smoky rose and patchouli with hints of a bygone era, calling it a cheap niche thrill. Others find the modern formulation diluted, dull, or simply dusty. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it affair among scent enthusiasts.
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Sensual
  • Feminine
  • Confident
Cabaret Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 44%
Fruity 0%
Green 5%
Sweet 20%
Warm 11%
Woody 14%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 12%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While some find it suitable for office wear due to its perceived subtlety, many describe a 'dirty', 'smoky' vibe and a 'night-time wear' quality, especially the original, making it better suited for dates and formal evenings. Its distinctive character, particularly the incense and patchouli, makes it too assertive for sporty activities.

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About

Cabaret opens with a vintage-inspired rose, softened by the delicate freshness of peony and lily of the valley. This rosy floral heart quickly deepens, revealing a smoky incense blended with powdery iris and violet. The dry down settles into a mysterious, earthy base of patchouli, amber, and musk, woven with creamy sandalwood, evoking the lingering scent of an old-world performance hall after the crowd has gone. There's a persistent, slightly anachronistic quality, sometimes interpreted as 'musty' or 'dusty'.