Musk 01 by Swiss Arabian
Brand: Swiss Arabian
Concentration: Extrait de Parfum
Scent overview
A clean, sensual musk: elemi, pink pepper and bergamot over orange blossom and lily, on tonka, vanilla and creamy sandalwood.
Is Musk 01 worth it?
How it smells: Opens with elemi, pink pepper and bergamot, orange blossom and lily at the heart, then dries down to tonka bean and vanilla.
Scent Score: 81/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 100, versatility 75, layerability 35 and value 100, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Extrait de Parfum · Introduced 2021 · Unisex
Key accords: Elemi, Pink Pepper, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Lily, Musk
Top Notes
- Elemi
- Pink Pepper
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Tonka Bean
- Vanilla
- Sandalwood
Occasions: Office, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Musk 01 by Swiss Arabian belongs to the musky fragrance family. A clean, sensual musk: elemi, pink pepper and bergamot over orange blossom and lily, on tonka, vanilla and creamy sandalwood. Musk 01 opens with Elemi, Pink Pepper, and Bergamot. The heart brings Orange Blossom, Lily, and Musk. It dries down to Tonka Bean, Vanilla, and Sandalwood.
How to wear Musk 01
On skin, Musk 01 by Swiss Arabian has very Long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, Extrait de Parfum concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Good Girl Eau de Parfum by Carolina Herrera. Apply Good Girl Eau de Parfum first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Musk 01 over the top for musky complexity. Start with 2 sprays Musk 01 : 2 sprays Good Girl Eau de Parfum and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Musk 01 opens with Elemi, Pink Pepper, and Bergamot.
The heart brings Orange Blossom, Lily, and Musk.
It dries down to Tonka Bean, Vanilla, and Sandalwood.
What to layer with Musk 01
Good Girl Eau de Parfum by Carolina Herrera
Good With Adjustments · 78/99
Good Girl Eau de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this musky scent, and they share bergamot, orange blossom, and musk.
Order: Apply Good Girl Eau de Parfum first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Musk 01 over the top for musky complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Musk 01 : 2 sprays Good Girl Eau de Parfum
Ice Dive by Adidas
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Good With Adjustments · 76/99
Ice Dive brings an aromatic contrast to this musky scent, and they share bergamot, musk, and tonka bean.
Order: Apply Musk 01 first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ice Dive on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Musk 01 : 2 sprays Ice Dive
I Don't Know What by D.S. & Durga
Good With Adjustments · 76/99
Both are musky fragrances, and they share bergamot and musk.
Order: Apply Musk 01 first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer I Don't Know What on top for musky lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Musk 01 : 2 sprays I Don't Know What
Vanhera by Laboratorio Olfattivo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Good With Adjustments · 76/99
Vanhera brings an oriental contrast to this musky scent, and they share pink pepper, bergamot, and musk.
Order: Apply Vanhera first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Musk 01 over the top for musky complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Musk 01 : 2 sprays Vanhera
Freedom Musk Santal 34 by KAYALI
Good With Adjustments · 76/99
Freedom Musk Santal 34 brings a woody contrast to this musky scent, and they share pink pepper, bergamot, and musk.
Order: Apply Musk 01 first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Freedom Musk Santal 34 on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Musk 01 : 2 sprays Freedom Musk Santal 34
Pairings to approach with care
Alien by Mugler
Not Recommended · 30/99
Alien has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Alien brings a floral contrast to this musky scent.
Order: Apply Alien first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Musk 01 over the top for musky complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Musk 01 : 1 spray Alien
Ombre Nomade by Louis Vuitton
Not Recommended · 35/99
Ombre Nomade has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Ombre Nomade brings an oriental contrast to this musky scent.
Order: Apply Ombre Nomade first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Musk 01 over the top for musky complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Musk 01 : 1 spray Ombre Nomade
Related fragrances and why
- Good Girl Eau de Parfum by Carolina Herrera — Both include bergamot, orange blossom, and musk.
- Ice Dive by AdidasBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, musk, and tonka bean.
- I Don't Know What by D.S. & Durga — Both include bergamot and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Musk 01?
Musk 01 opens with Elemi, Pink Pepper, and Bergamot. The heart brings Orange Blossom, Lily, and Musk. It dries down to Tonka Bean, Vanilla, and Sandalwood.
How long does Musk 01 last, and how strong is it?
Musk 01 by Swiss Arabian has very Long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, Extrait de Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Musk 01?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office and casual.
What layers well with Musk 01?
Good Girl Eau de Parfum by Carolina Herrera is its strongest match (78% compatibility). Good Girl Eau de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this musky scent, and they share bergamot, orange blossom, and musk. Apply Good Girl Eau de Parfum first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Musk 01 over the top for musky complexity. Start with 2 sprays Musk 01 : 2 sprays Good Girl Eau de Parfum.
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