Maison Margiela 2016 Edp

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Flying

by Marie Salamagne

Maison Margiela Flying is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Marie Salamagne. The fragrance opens with Orange Blossom, Petitgrain, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Neroli, and Almond Blossom, and dries down to a base of Ozonic Notes, Oakmoss, and Musk.

Our verdict on Flying: Favourite

A sparkling burst of citrus and radiant florals, Flying delivers a weightless, breezy freshness that feels like a bright blue sky. Effortlessly uplifting and modern, it's perfect for those who crave clean, luminous energy.
  • Fresh
  • Confident
  • Modern
  • Playful
  • Clean
Flying Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 24%
Floral 35%
Fruity 3%
Green 10%
Sweet 16%
Warm 1%
Woody 4%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 11%
Fresh 28%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

Flying shines in spring and summer due to its dominant citrus, neroli, and ozone notes, offering crisp freshness ideal for warm days. It feels too airy and light for winter but can still work in early fall before the chill sets in.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport

Its clean, uplifting profile and gentle projection make it perfect for office, casual, and sport use. It is less suited for formal events where greater richness or projection might be preferred, but works well for daytime dates.

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About

Flying by Maison Margiela is a vivid, effervescent citrus-floral fragrance that opens with a dazzling rush of bergamot and orange blossom, accented by petitgrain and a hint of almond. Neroli and ylang-ylang lend a silky floral heart, while ozonic notes and musk evoke the sensation of crisp air and open sky. The composition is light, radiant, and clean, with subtle green and mossy undertones that keep it lively and transparent. It wears like a sunlit breeze, energising and contemporary, ideal for those who seek a pure, airy scent.