I know how hard it is to choose the right fragrance when the house is Frederic Malle.
Don’t worry! I’m writing this epic guide so that you can choose your desired one.
Don’t miss any part, as I am going to talk about the top picks only.
What are the Best Frederic Malle Colognes?
Editions de Parfum Frederic Malle was created by Frederic Malle in 2000. He was born in 1962. His other family man used to make fragrances like his grandfather, father, e.t.c.
Frederic Malle invited the top 9 perfumers to make their best perfume with complete freedom and no financial restriction. That was the first time in history Fragrances were postured with no celebrity but with its creator—much respect for Frederic Malle.
Read the full article to know more about Frederic Malle and their amazing fragrances.
So, here are the best smelling Frederic Malle colognes for Men:
Frederic Malle French Lover: Like a French Kiss
Middle notes: Angelica, Cedar, Incense.
Base notes: Vetiver, Oakmoss, White Musk.
The bottle has typical Frederic Malle design, but it looks premium and sophisticated.
French lover is like a french kiss that’ll directly hit your heart.
Well, French lover is a woody aromatic fragrance. It was released in 2007. The nose behind this fragrance is Pierre Bourdon.
Anyhow, French lover starts with a sweet vibe mixed with spices. Certainly, you’ll love this aroma.
After some time, Angelica makes the heart floral and fantastic. Cedar adds a little bit of woody vibe, and incense makes the heart smoky.
In the end, vetiver, oakmoss, and white musk balance the sweetness of this fragrance and make the whole fragrance outstanding.
The longevity of this fragrance is really good. I got around 8hrs of longevity with moderate projection.
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When to wear Frederic Malle French Lover:
It’s a daytime fragrance. Certainly, Everyone will appreciate the way you smell.
Why you should buy Frederic Malle French Lover:
- Unique fragrance.
- All-year performer.
- Compliments getter.
- Enjoyable fragrance.
Frederic Malle Carnal Flower: White Floral Scent
This white floral scent will take just a second to enter your soul.
However, Carnal Flower is a floral fragrance. It was released in 2005. The nose behind this fragrance is Dominique Ropion.
First of all, Carnal Flower means forbidden flower; the name is because of tuberose.
I know tuberose is very beautiful and smells really good, but tuberose is considered dangerous in some cultures, and young women should not feel that intoxicating scent after the sunset. Tuberose is a symbol of forbidden pleasure in some nations.
Whatever, Let’s break down Carnal Flower here.
Well, This fragrance starts with a soothing floral scent and its tuberose.
Soon, tuberose mixes with other flowers such as jasmine, ylang, orange blossom, and coconut. The combination is really outstanding. You should buy this just to try this out.
In the end, eucalyptus, melon, white musk add some more sweetness and make the fragrance top notch.
The bottle design is like other Frederic Malle fragrances.
The longevity of this fragrance is excellent. I got around 10-12hrs of longevity with strong projection by this.
When to wear Frederic Malle Carnal Flower:
Carnal Flower is a day-night fragrance, and the fragrance itself is a compliment.
Why you should buy Frederic Malle Carnal Flower:
- Huge compliments getter.
- Good performance.
- One of the best white floral fragrances.
Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur: Complex Winter Cologne
Middle notes: Cinnamon, Cloves.
Base notes: Vanilla, Musk, Tonka Bean, Amber, Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, Cedar.
This fragrance is a realistic representation of girls’ mood swings xD.
Musc Ravageur is an amber fragrance. It was released in 2000. The nose behind this fragrance is Maurice Roucel.
Well, This fragrance starts with a bergamot and tangerine blast. Lavender adds some floral and sweet vibe to it.
After some time, This fragrance becomes a spicy scent. The combination of cinnamon and cloves makes the whole scent spicy.
In the end, It’s back to its sweet platform with a heavy base. Sandalwood and guaiac wood try to make the scent woody. Vanilla, musk, tonka bean adds some sweetness to it.
Can you guys relate now to why I compared this fragrance with mood swings?
The bottle design is as same as other bottles with just a different label.
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The longevity of this fragrance is good enough. I got around 6-8hrs of longevity with solid projection.
When to wear Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur:
It’s a nighttime fragrance. You can wear this to a hangout, events, e.t.c.
Why you should buy Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur:
- Rich notes and well blended.
- Unique fragrance.
Frederic Malle Promise: Attention Grabber
Middle notes: Turkish Rose, Bulgarian Rose, Clove.
Base notes: Cypriol, Patchouli, Labdanum, Castoreum, Ambroxan.
I’m pretty much sure some promises don’t last as long as this fragrance xD.
Whatever, You’ll find a romantic promise vibe during this whole fragrance. It has used castoreum, so it’s not cruelty-free.
Well, Promise is an amber floral fragrance. It was released in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Dominique Ropion.
First of all, this fragrance starts with a touch of fruity, green vibe with some spices in it.
After some time, Many types of roses turned this fragrance into a floral scent, and cloves add some spices.
In the end, the base is much heavier. Castoreum adds some vanilla vibe to the base. Labdanum adds some sweetness and other notes give an earthy vibe.
The longevity of this fragrance is really good. I got around 16-18hrs of longevity with enormous projection.
When to wear Frederic Malle Promise:
promise is a nighttime fragrance and a huge compliments getter.
Why you should buy Frederic Malle Promise:
- Attention grabber.
- Awesome performance.
- Compliments getter.
Frederic Malle Music For A While: Relaxing & Soothing Cologne
Middle notes: Pineapple, Geranium.
Base notes: Patchouli, Caramel, Sugar, Vanilla, Labdanum.
This fragrance gives you relaxation which you can get from a piece of fine music.
Music for a while was released in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Carlos Benaim.
Well, this cologne starts with fruity notes mix with lavender. Soon you’ll get a bergamot touch also.
After some time, pineapple takes the whole attention and geranium adds some sweetness to it.
In the end, Caramel, sugar, and vanilla give a sugar blast and this fragrance ends with earthy patchouli.
The longevity of this fragrance is good enough. I got around 12hrs+ longevity with strong projection.
When to wear Frederic Malle Music For A While:
Music for a while is a daytime fragrance.
Why you should buy Frederic Malle Music For A While:
- Compliments getter.
- Good longevity and projection.
- Rich notes.
Conclusion
I think you guys can understand how hard it was for me to rank Frederic Malle’s fragrances. All of their fragrances are great. There can be some mistakes. Please let me know about them through the comment section.
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