Magnetic Wood by The Harmonist
Brand: The Harmonist
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A powdery woody floral: green mandarin, bergamot and osmanthus over mimosa, narcissus and iris, on cedar, sandalwood and guaiac wood.
Is Magnetic Wood worth it?
How it smells: Opens with green mandarin, bergamot and osmanthus, mimosa and narcissus at the heart, then dries down to cedarwood and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 53/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 39, versatility 73, layerability 71 and value 39, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for the office and daytime. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Green Mandarin, Bergamot, Osmanthus, Mimosa, Narcissus, Iris
Top Notes
- Green Mandarin
- Bergamot
- Osmanthus
Heart Notes
- Mimosa
- Narcissus
- Iris
Base Notes
- Cedarwood
- Sandalwood
- Guaiac Wood
Occasions: Office, Daytime, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Magnetic Wood by The Harmonist belongs to the woody fragrance family. A powdery woody floral: green mandarin, bergamot and osmanthus over mimosa, narcissus and iris, on cedar, sandalwood and guaiac wood. Magnetic Wood opens with Green Mandarin, Bergamot, and Osmanthus. The heart brings Mimosa, Narcissus, and Iris. It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Guaiac Wood.
How to wear Magnetic Wood
On skin, Magnetic Wood by The Harmonist has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for office, daytime, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Interlude Man by Amouage. Apply Magnetic Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Magnetic Wood : 2 sprays Interlude Man and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Magnetic Wood opens with Green Mandarin, Bergamot, and Osmanthus.
The heart brings Mimosa, Narcissus, and Iris.
It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Guaiac Wood.
What to layer with Magnetic Wood
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Magnetic Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Magnetic Wood : 2 sprays Interlude Man
Voce Viva by Valentino
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Magnetic Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Voce Viva on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Magnetic Wood : 2 sprays Voce Viva
Chinatown by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, sandalwood, and guaiac wood.
Order: Apply Magnetic Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chinatown on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Magnetic Wood : 1 spray Chinatown
Iris Malikhân by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share mimosa, iris, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Magnetic Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Iris Malikhân on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Magnetic Wood : 1 spray Iris Malikhân
Layton by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, sandalwood, and guaiac wood.
Order: Apply Magnetic Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Layton on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Magnetic Wood : 1 spray Layton
Pairings to approach with care
Chocolate Greedy by Montale
Not Recommended · 31/99
Chocolate Greedy has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Chocolate Greedy brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Magnetic Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chocolate Greedy on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Magnetic Wood : 1 spray Chocolate Greedy
Black Phantom - Memento Mori by Kilian
Not Recommended · 34/99
Black Phantom - Memento Mori has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Black Phantom - Memento Mori brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent, and they share sandalwood.
Order: Apply Magnetic Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Phantom - Memento Mori on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Magnetic Wood : 1 spray Black Phantom - Memento Mori
Related fragrances and why
- Interlude Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot and sandalwood.
- Voce Viva by Valentino — Both include bergamot and sandalwood.
- Chinatown by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, sandalwood, and guaiac wood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Magnetic Wood?
Magnetic Wood opens with Green Mandarin, Bergamot, and Osmanthus. The heart brings Mimosa, Narcissus, and Iris. It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Guaiac Wood.
How long does Magnetic Wood last, and how strong is it?
Magnetic Wood by The Harmonist has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Magnetic Wood?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits office, daytime, and casual.
What layers well with Magnetic Wood?
Interlude Man by Amouage is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and sandalwood. Apply Magnetic Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Magnetic Wood : 2 sprays Interlude Man.
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