Bergamot by Malin+Goetz

Brand: Malin+Goetz

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Bitter bergamot, green bell pepper and grapefruit open onto ginger, lily of the valley and cardamom over musk, sandalwood and amberwood. A bright, lightly spiced citrus made for layering.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex

Key accords: Bergamot, Bell Pepper, Grapefruit, Ginger, Lily of the Valley, Cardamom

Top Notes

Heart Notes

  • Ginger
  • Lily of the Valley
  • Cardamom

Base Notes

Occasions: Daytime, Office, Casual

Seasons: Spring, Summer

Fragrance overview

Bergamot by Malin+Goetz belongs to the citrus fragrance family. Bitter bergamot, green bell pepper and grapefruit open onto ginger, lily of the valley and cardamom over musk, sandalwood and amberwood. A bright, lightly spiced citrus made for layering. Bergamot opens with Bergamot, Bell Pepper, and Grapefruit. The heart brings Ginger, Lily of the Valley, and Cardamom. It dries down to Musk, Sandalwood, and Amberwood.

How to wear Bergamot

On skin, Bergamot by Malin+Goetz has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime, office, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is 212 Men by Carolina Herrera. Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer 212 Men on top for aromatic lift. Start with 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays 212 Men and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Bergamot opens with Bergamot, Bell Pepper, and Grapefruit.

The heart brings Ginger, Lily of the Valley, and Cardamom.

It dries down to Musk, Sandalwood, and Amberwood.

What to layer with Bergamot

  • Carolina Herrera 212 Men bottle

    212 Men by Carolina Herrera

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, grapefruit, and ginger.

    Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer 212 Men on top for aromatic lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays 212 Men

  • Acqua di Parma Magnolia Nobile bottle

    Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, grapefruit, and lily of the valley.

    Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile

  • Prada Paradoxe bottle

    Paradoxe by Prada

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and sandalwood.

    Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Paradoxe on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays Paradoxe

  • Azzaro Chrome bottle

    Chrome by Azzaro

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cardamom, and musk.

    Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chrome on top for aromatic lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays Chrome

  • Bond No. 9 Park Avenue bottle

    Park Avenue by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, grapefruit, and lily of the valley.

    Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Park Avenue on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays Park Avenue

Pairings to approach with care

  • Tom Ford Fucking Fabulous bottle

    Fucking Fabulous by Tom Ford

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Fucking Fabulous has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Fucking Fabulous brings a woody contrast to this citrus scent.

    Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fucking Fabulous on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 1 spray Fucking Fabulous

  • Khadlaj Karus Amber Gold bottle

    Karus Amber Gold by Khadlaj

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Karus Amber Gold has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Karus Amber Gold brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent.

    Order: Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Karus Amber Gold on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bergamot : 1 spray Karus Amber Gold

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Bergamot?

Bergamot opens with Bergamot, Bell Pepper, and Grapefruit. The heart brings Ginger, Lily of the Valley, and Cardamom. It dries down to Musk, Sandalwood, and Amberwood.

How long does Bergamot last, and how strong is it?

Bergamot by Malin+Goetz has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Bergamot?

It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime, office, and casual.

What layers well with Bergamot?

212 Men by Carolina Herrera is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, grapefruit, and ginger. Apply Bergamot first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer 212 Men on top for aromatic lift. Start with 2 sprays Bergamot : 2 sprays 212 Men.

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