Mugler 2004 EDP

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B*Men

by Christine Nagel , Jacques Huclier

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Mugler B*Men is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2004, created by Christine Nagel and Jacques Huclier. B*Men settles into a heart of Anise, Spicy Notes, Musk, and Leather, and dries down to a base of Vetiver. Mugler's B*Men carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly unique Mugler creation, B*Men is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a spicy, woody, licorice bomb that leaves no one indifferent. It's divisive, but for those who get it, it's a discontinued masterpiece that collectors are desperate to hunt down.
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  • Bold
  • Unique
  • Warm
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B*Men 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong personality and the polarizing licorice note in the opening, B*Men isn't ideal for a restrained office environment, though some find it versatile. It shines on dates and formal occasions, particularly in cooler weather, where its warm, unique character can make a statement. Casual wear is possible, especially in less structured settings, but it's certainly not a gym scent.

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
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

B*Men opens with an intriguing blend of fresh spice and prominent licorice, immediately setting it apart. As it settles, a warm, woody heart of vetiver and patchouli emerges, softened by a touch of powdery violet and the creamy sweetness of vanilla. The drydown reveals a sensual, faintly leathery base, while the distinctive anise maintains a subtle, persistent hum throughout. It’s a complex, evolving scent; earthy and herbaceous yet surprisingly aromatic.

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