Keiko Mecheri 2009 EDP

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Clair-Obscur (Jasmine)

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Keiko Mecheri Clair-Obscur (Jasmine) is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009. Keiko Mecheri's Clair-Obscur (Jasmine) carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a divisive one. For some, it's the holy grail of realistic jasmine - pure, ethereal, and captivating. For others, it's a screechy, indolic mess, or just disappointingly fleeting. Definitely a 'try before you buy' situation.
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Clair-Obscur (Jasmine) Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Allas listed
Jasmine67%
Petitgrain33%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it versatile for most settings, though some find it disappears too quickly. It's generally considered a day scent and is often praised for being polite enough for the office, yet its seductive jasmine makes it ideal for dates and special occasions.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine burying your nose in a dewy jasmine bloom at dusk. Clair-Obscur (Jasmine) captures that exact moment with astonishing realism. It opens with a delicate, slightly green whisper of petitgrain, quickly giving way to a rich, heady, and remarkably true jasmine. It's largely a soliflore, showcasing the flower's complex facets from airy freshness to a subtle, almost animalic depth, eventually settling into a soft floral hum. There's quality here, even if the strength is debated.

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