Michael Kors 2000 EDP

F ££ Statement

Michael

by Alain Alchenberger , Laurent Le Guernec

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Michael Kors Michael is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2000, created by Alain Alchenberger and Laurent Le Guernec. Michael opens with Osmanthus, Freesia, Incense, and Tamarind, settles into a heart of Iris, Iris, Tuberose, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Musk, and Vetiver. Michael Kors's Michael carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

A truly iconic tuberose that became a signature for many, Michael Kors' Michael is mourned by its loyal fanbase after its discontinuation. It's a powerhouse white floral, divisive for some, but a 'tuberose masterpiece' for its devotees, with 'nuclear staying power'.
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  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
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Michael Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its strong sillage and impressive longevity, this fragrance demands attention, making it less ideal for a conservative office setting unless applied sparingly. It shines on dates and formal events, leaving a memorable, sophisticated trail. While some reviews mention it for everyday wear, its intensity makes it lean away from casual or sport settings.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Michael opens with a bright, almost fruity zing of tamarind and freesia, quickly giving way to a commanding, creamy bouquet of tuberose, iris, and lily. As it settles, a sophisticated musk intertwines with a whisper of incense and cashmere wood, adding depth and a subtle warmth without losing its pristine floral core. It's a bold, heady white floral that manages to be both luxurious and enduring.

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