Marc Jacobs 2002 EDP

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Men

by Ralf Schwieger

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Marc Jacobs Men is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2002, created by Ralf Schwieger. Men opens with Bergamot, Cypress, Cardamom, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Rose, Fig Leaf, and Rainwater, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Tonka Bean. Marc Jacobs's Men carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive legend, shrouded in discontinuation rumours and a cult following. You'll either adore its unique fig and (unlisted) coconut blend or wonder what all the fuss is about, especially when it vanishes from your skin quicker than a free bar.
  • Unique
  • Relaxed
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Modern
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Men Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

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Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Fresh
87%
Green
85%
Aromatic
70%
Fresh Spicy
66%
Warm Spicy
59%

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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
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its mild projection and clean fig-coconut profile make it ideal for casual and office wear, where it won't overwhelm. The poor longevity reported by many means it's less suited for formal events or dates unless you're planning frequent top-ups.

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It kicks off with a warm, spiced freshness from ginger and cardamom, quickly melting into a unique heart of milky fig leaf and dewy rainwater. The base is a gentle, woody embrace of cedar and oakmoss, softened by tonka bean. There's a creamy, almost lactonic coconut vibe here, despite it not appearing in the official notes, which adds to its distinctive charm.

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