Marc Jacobs 2010 EDP

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Bang

by Yann Vasnier , Ann Gottlieb

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Marc Jacobs Bang is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Yann Vasnier and Ann Gottlieb. Bang opens with Pepper and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Woody Notes, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Benzoin. Marc Jacobs's Bang carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive, bold, and unapologetically peppery. Marc Jacobs Bang is a love-it-or-hate-it scent that has garnered a cult following despite its performance issues and discontinuation. It's a statement, not a whisper.
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Bang Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pink Pepper67%
Pepper33%
Heartas listed
Woody Notes100%
Baseas listed
Vetiver22%
Elemi21%
Benzoin20%
Oakmoss19%
Patchouli18%

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:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

Its distinctive peppery and woody character makes it suitable for date nights and formal events, appealing to those seeking something unique. However, its initial strong pepper blast and noted weakness in longevity by many users (requiring re-application) lower its casual and office scores, as some find the opening too intense.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Bang explodes with a hefty dose of pink and black pepper, creating an immediate, almost sneeze-inducing spice. This sharp, energetic opening quickly settles into a more complex woody heart, hinting at pencil shavings and a dry, earthy texture. As it evolves, subtle notes of smoky vetiver, patchouli, and a touch of balsamic elemi resin emerge, grounding the initial spice with a mature, warm depth. The oakmoss adds a classic, green undertone, preventing the pepper from becoming too overwhelming in the drydown, leaving a refined, masculine aroma.

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