100ml

COMME DES GARÇONS

BLACKPEPPER

Name: BLACKPEPPER
Brand: COMME DES GARÇONS
Price: 160.00 $
Availability: InStock

Eau De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

$160

Description

Comme des Garçons Blackpepper is a modern olfactive journey that reinterprets black pepper as a gentle, enveloping spice rather than a sharp shock. Warm, dry Madagascan pepper crackles atop fiery cedarwood, while rich Akigalawood and the caramel sweetness of tonka bean fuse in the heart, all underpinned by a soft, musky accord. The result is a scent that’s both meditative and unexpectedly wearable—spice deconstructed, softened, and made mysterious. Quiet yet compelling, this fragrance invites curiosity and offers a harmonious balance of warmth, wood, and softness. Perfumer: Antoine Maisondieu

Scent Profile

Spicy

Woody

Musky

Aromatic

Balsamic

Notes

Top Notes

Black Pepper

Cedarwood

Middle Notes

Akigalawood

Patchouli

Oud

Base Notes

Tonka Bean

Musk

Woody Notes

About COMME DES GARÇONS

Comme des Garçons (CDG, pronounced [kɔm de ɡaʁsɔ̃]) is a Japanese fashion label, founded by Rei Kawakubo in 1969. It is based in Paris, where its flagship store is located. Other than fashion, the label has expanded to include jewelry and perfume (under the brand Comme des Garçons Parfums).

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Perfumer

Antoine Maisondieu

Born in Grasse, Antoine Maisondieu comes from a family with deep roots in perfumery, but he did not intend to enter the métier immediately. Rather, he became fascinated with it after years of studying law and art history. As he puts it, “There is so much to love about perfume: creativity, poetry, elegance”. His approach is instinctive, he creates refined compositions based on strong ideas. Antoine deserves credit for composing top selling fragrances for Burberry, Armani, Gucci, Montblanc, Valentino, Acquadi Parma.

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Reviews

4.7

Excellent24 reviews

Luckyscent

4.6/5 • 18 reviews

Ministry of Scent

5.0/5 • 6 reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers praise Blackpepper for its innovative, soft take on pepper—unlike the harsh, sneezy character of other pepper fragrances. Many highlight its subtle, skin-hugging sillage and its intriguing, contemplative character. The scent is described as modern, unisex, and comforting, with a notable balance between warmth and spice.

Pros

Performance excellence: Reported moderate to long-lasting on skin, with some users experiencing 8–10 hours of wear, though others find it fades to a whisper within a few hours.

Versatile appeal: Works well in cooler weather and is appreciated for daily wear and quiet, private moments.

Quality composition: Celebrated for its seamless blend of pepper with woods and resinous sweetness, offering depth without heaviness.

Cons

Specific limitation: Limited projection and somewhat quiet presence may not satisfy those seeking a bold, attention-grabbing scent.

Situational drawback: Best in autumn and winter; may feel too subtle or soft for some summer or formal occasions.

Comparisons

Similar to other Comme des Garçons fragrances: Offers a gentler, more accessible entry point compared to the brand’s more avant-garde compositions.

Reminds reviewers of niche woody-spicy scents: Compared to fragrances featuring woody-incense themes, but stands out for its unique, softened pepper accord.