The Maker 2023 EDP

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Lover

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The Maker Lover is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Lover opens with Pepper, Vanilla, and Fig, settles into a heart of Suede, Jasmin Sambac, Cedar, and Narcissus, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Oud. The Maker's Lover carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive yet captivating, Lover is a shapeshifter; some find it a gorgeous, alluring woody fig, others a muddled mess. Don't expect a crowd-pleaser, but if it clicks with your chemistry, prepare for an obsession.
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  • Confident
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Lover 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With moderate longevity and sillage, Lover isn't overwhelming but its unique character makes it better suited for evening and cooler weather. It's a bit too bold for a typical office and too heavy for sport, but perfect for a confident date or formal event.

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

  • Jasmine Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract from Jasmin Sambac
  • Jasmine Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract from Jasmin Sambac
  • Jasmine Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract from Jasmin Sambac
  • Jasmine Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract from Jasmin Sambac
  • Narcissus Poeticus Extract from Narcissus
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Lover opens with a sharp, peppery kick, swiftly joined by a creamy, green fig note and a hint of vanilla sweetness. As it settles, a prominent suede and cedar heart emerges, intertwined with delicate jasmine and narcissus, adding a refined floral touch. The dry down is a warm embrace of musky sandalwood and earthy vetiver, with a subtle, non-animalic oud providing depth and sophistication.

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