Narciso Rodriguez 2009 EDP

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For Him Musk

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Narciso Rodriguez For Him Musk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009. For Him Musk opens with Red Fruits, settles into a heart of Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk. Narciso Rodriguez's For Him Musk carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

NR Musk is a divisive, love-it-or-hate-it scent. Folks either absolutely adore its unique, soft masculinity or recoil from its strong, 'old-school' character. Not a safe blind buy, but a masterpiece to those who get it.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Mysterious
  • Clean
  • Sensual
  • Masculine
  • Elegant
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For Him Musk Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Red Fruits100%
Heartas listed
Iris100%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its intimate sillage and clean, yet sensual character make it ideal for date nights and formal events. While some find it too strong for the office, its sophisticated nature allows for cautious daytime wear in cooler weather.

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

Imagine a cool, rainy day. NR Musk opens with a bold, almost 'old' musk, quickly tempered by the soft, powdery caress of iris. A subtle sweetness from red berries dances in the background, preventing it from becoming too harsh. It settles into a clean, smooth, yet deeply musky warmth, reminiscent of expensive soap or a well-worn cashmere sweater, with an intriguing mineral or 'wet clay' undertone.

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