Maison Margiela 2015 Edt

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Lipstick On

by Marie Salamagne

Maison Margiela Lipstick On is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2015, created by Marie Salamagne. The fragrance opens with Heliotrope, Neroli, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Galbanum, Iris, and Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean, Vanilla, and Patchouli.

Our verdict on Lipstick On: Favourite

Nostalgic and feminine, Lipstick On wraps you in a delicate powdery aura of iris, violet, and vanilla, conjuring vintage boudoirs. Intimate, soft, and addictive, it is the olfactory equivalent of a swipe of classic red lipstick-timeless and quietly sensual.
  • Romantic
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
  • Elegant
  • Warm
Lipstick On Eau de Toilette bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 15%
Floral 28%
Fruity 1%
Green 12%
Sweet 35%
Warm 7%
Woody 6%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 1%
Fresh 12%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Best in fall and spring when creamy, powdery, and sweet facets shine without overwhelming. The warm vanilla and powdery iris feel cozy in cool weather, while the floral and citrus top notes keep it wearable in milder seasons. May be too dense for hot summer days.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

Perfect for romantic dates and cozy evenings due to its intimate, nostalgic powderiness. Its moderate projection and soft sweetness are suitable for formal and casual settings, but it is not fresh or energising enough for sport or active occasions.

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About

Lipstick On is a powdery floral with creamy, sweet nuances that transport you straight to an old Hollywood vanity. The opening glows with heliotrope, neroli, and bergamot before a plush heart of iris, violet, and orange blossom emerges. Velvet vanilla and tonka bean anchor the fragrance in soft warmth, while hints of green galbanum and patchouli add subtle contrast. The effect is dreamy, nostalgic, and comfortingly feminine-like a delicate cloud of face powder and warm skin, both intimate and refined.