Maison Margiela 2024 Edt

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Afternoon Delight

by Carlos Benaïm

Maison Margiela Afternoon Delight is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2024, created by Carlos Benaïm. Afternoon Delight opens with Madeleine and Almond, settles into a heart of Vanilla, Cream, Heliotrope, and Milk, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Musk, Tonka Bean, and Cedar. Maison Margiela's Afternoon Delight carries a Statement verdict, a gourmand-led wear.

The ultimate comfort scent for the dessert lover, Afternoon Delight envelops skin with creamy madeleine and whipped vanilla, finishing in a soft cloud of powdery musk. Best for cool weather and quiet moments of self-indulgence.
  • Cozy
  • Sweet
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
  • Sensual
Afternoon Delight Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2%
Floral 6%
Fruity 0%
Green 0%
Sweet 50%
Warm 13%
Woody 14%
Earthy 4%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 5%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Gourmand
100%
Sweet
90%
Powdery
70%
Woody
60%
Musky
55%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Its creamy vanilla, sandalwood, and lactonic notes give Afternoon Delight a cozy, enveloping feel perfect for chilly fall and winter days, while the powdery-musky lift keeps it inviting in early spring. The sweetness and richness may feel heavy for hot summer weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

This scent is inviting and comforting, making it ideal for dates or casual outings. Its moderate projection and creamy sweetness suit the office if applied lightly but feel too intimate and dessert-like for sport or formal black tie.

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About

Afternoon Delight by Maison Margiela is a plush, gourmand embrace that conjures the golden haze of a lazy afternoon tea. The scent opens with a delectable madeleine note, blending into a swirl of whipped vanilla and almond over a milky, lactonic heart. Creamy sandalwood and powdery musk form a soft, lingering base, evoking the warmth and nostalgia of freshly baked pastries and cozy cashmere. Sweet, powdery, and rich, this fragrance is an invitation to self-pampering and relaxation.