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Puzzle No. 1

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M.Micallef Puzzle No. 1 is an Eau de Parfum. Puzzle No. 1 opens with Lemon, Orange, Pink Pepper, and Peach, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, Osmanthus, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Guaiac Wood, Tonka Bean, and Benzoin. M.Micallef's Puzzle No. 1 carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This is a divisive peach, a real 'love it or hate it' affair. Some find it a modern, sophisticated fruit-floral, others are put off by a spicy turn on skin. It's a proper puzzle, as the name suggests.
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Puzzle No. 1 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With strong longevity and sillage, this isn't a subtle wear, making it less ideal for office settings. Its sophisticated fruity-floral character and warming base make it perfect for dates and formal events, though it's still versatile enough for a chic casual outing.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a juicy, fresh burst of peach and zesty lemon, brightened by a hint of pink pepper. The heart unfurls into a rich floral bouquet of jasmine and iris, with the subtle, apricot-like nuance of osmanthus. As it dries down, a warm, woody base of cedar and guaiac wood emerges, smoothed by creamy tonka bean and a touch of benzoin, creating a lasting and complex trail.

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