Thé Matcha 26 by Le Labo
Brand: Le Labo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A quiet skin scent: bitter orange lifts a matcha tea accord and creamy fig, grounded by soft vetiver and textured cedar.
Is Thé Matcha 26 worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bitter orange, matcha tea and fig at the heart, then dries down to vetiver and cedarwood.
Scent Score: 41/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Gives less for its price tier than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 33, versatility 67, layerability 40 and value 18, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2021 · Unisex
Key accords: Bitter Orange, Matcha Tea, Fig, Vetiver, Cedarwood
Top Notes
- Bitter Orange
Heart Notes
- Matcha Tea
- Fig
Base Notes
- Vetiver
- Cedarwood
Occasions: Office, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Thé Matcha 26 by Le Labo belongs to the woody fragrance family. A quiet skin scent: bitter orange lifts a matcha tea accord and creamy fig, grounded by soft vetiver and textured cedar. Thé Matcha 26 opens with Bitter Orange. The heart brings Matcha Tea and Fig. It dries down to Vetiver and Cedarwood.
How to wear Thé Matcha 26
On skin, Thé Matcha 26 by Le Labo has moderate longevity, soft projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for office and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Ambery Vetiver by Dossier. Apply Thé Matcha 26 first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambery Vetiver on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Thé Matcha 26 : 2 sprays Ambery Vetiver and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Thé Matcha 26 opens with Bitter Orange.
The heart brings Matcha Tea and Fig.
It dries down to Vetiver and Cedarwood.
What to layer with Thé Matcha 26
Ambery Vetiver by Dossier
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and cedarwood.
Order: Apply Thé Matcha 26 first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambery Vetiver on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Thé Matcha 26 : 2 sprays Ambery Vetiver
Dylan Purple by Versace
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bitter orange and cedarwood.
Order: Apply Thé Matcha 26 first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dylan Purple on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Thé Matcha 26 : 2 sprays Dylan Purple
Vanille des Afriques Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and cedarwood.
Order: Apply Thé Matcha 26 first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Vanille des Afriques Intensivo on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Thé Matcha 26 : 1 spray Vanille des Afriques Intensivo
Rose 31 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 96/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver.
Order: Apply Thé Matcha 26 first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Thé Matcha 26 : 1 spray Rose 31
The One for Men by Dolce & Gabbana
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 96/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood.
Order: Apply Thé Matcha 26 first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The One for Men on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Thé Matcha 26 : 2 sprays The One for Men
Pairings to approach with care
Black Opium Over Red by Yves Saint Laurent
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Black Opium Over Red has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Black Opium Over Red brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Thé Matcha 26 first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium Over Red on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Thé Matcha 26 : 1 spray Black Opium Over Red
Brutus by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 30/99
Brutus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Brutus brings a chypre contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Thé Matcha 26 first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Brutus on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Thé Matcha 26 : 1 spray Brutus
Related fragrances and why
- Ambery Vetiver by Dossier — Both include vetiver and cedarwood.
- Dylan Purple by Versace — Both include bitter orange and cedarwood.
- Vanille des Afriques Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne — Both include vetiver and cedarwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Thé Matcha 26?
Thé Matcha 26 opens with Bitter Orange. The heart brings Matcha Tea and Fig. It dries down to Vetiver and Cedarwood.
How long does Thé Matcha 26 last, and how strong is it?
Thé Matcha 26 by Le Labo has moderate longevity, soft projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Thé Matcha 26?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits office and casual.
What layers well with Thé Matcha 26?
Ambery Vetiver by Dossier is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and cedarwood. Apply Thé Matcha 26 first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambery Vetiver on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Thé Matcha 26 : 2 sprays Ambery Vetiver.
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