Marc Jacobs 2002 Edp

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Men

by Ralf Schwieger

Marc Jacobs Men is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2002, created by Ralf Schwieger. The fragrance opens with Cypress, Cumin, Ginger, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Rose, Fig Leaf, Cyclamen, and Rainwater, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Oakmoss, Cedar, and Tonka Bean.

Our verdict on Men: Favourite

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
Men Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8%
Floral 12%
Fruity 2%
Green 19%
Sweet 12%
Warm 17%
Woody 21%
Earthy 19%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 19%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

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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About

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.