M.Micallef 2021 EDP

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Verseau

by Geoffrey Nejman

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M.Micallef Verseau is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Geoffrey Nejman. Verseau opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Star Anise, settles into a heart of Cashmere Wood, Violet, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. M.Micallef's Verseau carries a Statement verdict, a spicy-led wear.

Verseau is a surprisingly divisive fragrance given its 'calming' reputation. Some find it a 'silky smooth' cashmere dream, while others detect an 'aggressive' or 'punchy' greenness they can't quite get their head around. Definitely try it first.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Calm
  • Elegant
  • Masculine
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Verseau 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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and generally calming nature make it suitable for casual wear and dates, where its 'cashmere sweater' vibe fits well. The green, musky elements might be a bit too strong for formal situations or intense physical activity, and some may find it too unique for a typical office environment.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Eugenol from Nutmeg
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

Verseau opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot and mandarin, sharpened by the intriguing spice of star anise. This lively top quickly mellows into a heart of warm nutmeg and soft, slightly powdery violet, cocooned by the smooth, comforting embrace of cashmere wood. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of earthy patchouli, deep oakmoss, and a clean, lingering musk, with a hint of supple leather adding a touch of understated elegance. It's a journey from vibrant citrus to a refined, woody-musk comfort.

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