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Grès 2002 EDP

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Cabaret

by Michel Almairac

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Grès Cabaret is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2002, created by Michel Almairac. Cabaret 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, Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Grès's Cabaret carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

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.
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  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Sensual
  • Feminine
  • Confident
Cabaret Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Floral
96%
Rose
92%
Powdery
90%
Amber
85%
Warm Spicy
83%

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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 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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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'.

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