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Molyneux 1977 EDP

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Quartz

by Raymond Chaillan

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Molyneux Quartz is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1977, created by Raymond Chaillan. Quartz opens with Hyacinth, Redcurrant Leaf, and Peach, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Orris, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Molyneux's Quartz carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Quartz is a divisive classic, a love-it-or-hate-it green chypre that's either 'heaven in a bottle' or 'bugspray'. It's a proper grown-up scent, confident and complex, not for the faint of heart or those who prefer modern gourmands.
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
Quartz Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Earthy
94%
Fruity
89%
Floral
85%
Mossy
77%
Green
76%

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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate sillage and clean, fresh character make it ideal for office and casual wear, as noted by several reviewers. It's a bit too 'serious' and potentially polarising for formal events, and definitely not suited for sport due to its lack of typical 'sporty' notes.

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About

Opens with a brisk, almost bitter greenness, hints of peach and hyacinth playing hide-and-seek. The heart is a sophisticated floral bouquet, led by rose and jasmine, given an unexpected lift by a fresh melon note. The drydown is a classic chypre-lover's dream: earthy oakmoss and patchouli mingle with smooth sandalwood and amber, creating a deep, resonant base that feels both timeless and grounded.