Decadence by Marc Jacobs
Brand: Marc Jacobs
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Italian plum, saffron and iris open onto orris, jasmine sambac and Bulgarian rose over vetiver, papyrus and liquid amber. Sophisticated and sultry.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2015 · Women
Key accords: Plum, Saffron, Iris, Orris, Jasmine, Bulgarian Rose
Top Notes
- Plum
- Saffron
- Iris
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Vetiver
- Papyrus
- Amber
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Decadence by Marc Jacobs belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Italian plum, saffron and iris open onto orris, jasmine sambac and Bulgarian rose over vetiver, papyrus and liquid amber. Sophisticated and sultry. Decadence opens with Plum, Saffron, and Iris. The heart brings Orris, Jasmine, and Bulgarian Rose. It dries down to Vetiver, Papyrus, and Amber.
How to wear Decadence
On skin, Decadence by Marc Jacobs has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Good Girl by Carolina Herrera. Apply Decadence first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Decadence : 2 sprays Good Girl and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Decadence opens with Plum, Saffron, and Iris.
The heart brings Orris, Jasmine, and Bulgarian Rose.
It dries down to Vetiver, Papyrus, and Amber.
What to layer with Decadence
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share orris, bulgarian rose, and amber.
Order: Apply Decadence first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Decadence : 2 sprays Good Girl
Santal 33 by Le Labo
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris, papyrus, and amber.
Order: Apply Decadence first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal 33 on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Decadence : 2 sprays Santal 33
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share plum and jasmine.
Order: Apply Decadence first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Decadence : 2 sprays J'adore
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and amber.
Order: Apply Decadence first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Decadence : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
Fleur Diamantine by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and amber.
Order: Apply Decadence first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fleur Diamantine on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Decadence : 2 sprays Fleur Diamantine
Pairings to approach with care
Lacoste Essential by Lacoste
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Lacoste Essential brings an aromatic contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Decadence first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lacoste Essential on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Decadence : 2 sprays Lacoste Essential
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Bergamask brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Decadence first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Decadence : 1 spray Bergamask
Related fragrances and why
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include orris, bulgarian rose, and amber.
- Santal 33 by Le Labo — Both include iris, papyrus, and amber.
- J'adore by Dior — Both include plum and jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Decadence?
Decadence opens with Plum, Saffron, and Iris. The heart brings Orris, Jasmine, and Bulgarian Rose. It dries down to Vetiver, Papyrus, and Amber.
How long does Decadence last, and how strong is it?
Decadence by Marc Jacobs has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Decadence?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Decadence?
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share orris, bulgarian rose, and amber. Apply Decadence first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Decadence : 2 sprays Good Girl.
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