Monsieur by Frédéric Malle
Brand: Frédéric Malle
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A radical patchouli: a huge dose of refined patchouli lit by zesty mandarin, deepened with a boozy, vanillic rum absolute, then cedar, incense and musk.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Men
Key accords: Mandarin, Patchouli, Rum, Incense, Cedarwood, Musk
Top Notes
- Mandarin
Heart Notes
- Patchouli
- Rum
Base Notes
- Incense
- Cedarwood
- Musk
Occasions: Evening, Date, Office
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Monsieur by Frédéric Malle belongs to the woody fragrance family. A radical patchouli: a huge dose of refined patchouli lit by zesty mandarin, deepened with a boozy, vanillic rum absolute, then cedar, incense and musk. Monsieur opens with Mandarin. The heart brings Patchouli and Rum. It dries down to Incense, Cedarwood, and Musk.
How to wear Monsieur
On skin, Monsieur by Frédéric Malle has beast Mode longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Monsieur first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower Bomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Monsieur : 2 sprays Flower Bomb and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Monsieur opens with Mandarin.
The heart brings Patchouli and Rum.
It dries down to Incense, Cedarwood, and Musk.
What to layer with Monsieur
Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and musk.
Order: Apply Monsieur first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower Bomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Monsieur : 2 sprays Flower Bomb
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and musk.
Order: Apply Monsieur first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Monsieur : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Portrait of a Lady by Frédéric Malle
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and musk.
Order: Apply Monsieur first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Portrait of a Lady on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Monsieur : 2 sprays Portrait of a Lady
Nanban by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli, incense, and musk.
Order: Apply Monsieur first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nanban on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Monsieur : 2 sprays Nanban
Herod by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and musk.
Order: Apply Monsieur first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Herod on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Monsieur : 2 sprays Herod
Pairings to approach with care
Cheirosa 59 Delícia Drench Perfume Mist by Sol De Janeiro
Not Recommended · 31/99
Monsieur has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Cheirosa 59 Delícia Drench Perfume Mist brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Monsieur first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Cheirosa 59 Delícia Drench Perfume Mist on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Monsieur : 2 sprays Cheirosa 59 Delícia Drench Perfume Mist
Bigarade 18 by Le Labo
Not Recommended · 31/99
Monsieur has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bigarade 18 brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Monsieur first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bigarade 18 on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Monsieur : 2 sprays Bigarade 18
Related fragrances and why
- Flower Bomb by Viktor & RolfBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include patchouli and musk.
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include patchouli and musk.
- Portrait of a Lady by Frédéric Malle — Both include patchouli and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Monsieur?
Monsieur opens with Mandarin. The heart brings Patchouli and Rum. It dries down to Incense, Cedarwood, and Musk.
How long does Monsieur last, and how strong is it?
Monsieur by Frédéric Malle has beast Mode longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Monsieur?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and office.
What layers well with Monsieur?
Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and musk. Apply Monsieur first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower Bomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Monsieur : 2 sprays Flower Bomb.
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