50ml
50ml
COMME DES GARÇONS
COMME DES GARÇONS
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$125
1
Description
COMME DES GARÇONS by Comme des Garçons is an avant-garde masterpiece that redefines fragrance boundaries, delivering an unconventional blend of bold spices, smoky woods, and intriguing medicinal nuances. Its initial burst of cardamom, cinnamon, and black pepper is met with a subtle, honey-kissed floral heart, evoking a mysterious warmth. Through a base anchored by labdanum, incense, sandalwood, and cedarwood, it creates a complex, introspective experience that is rich, slightly bitter, and endlessly compelling. A true cult classic, this fragrance makes a powerful statement of originality and individuality.
Perfumer: Mark Buxton
Scent Profile
Spicy
Woody
Smoky
Medicinal
Warm
Slightly Bitter
Notes
Top Notes
Cardamom
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Clove
Black PepperMiddle Notes
Honey
Rose
Floral NotesBase Notes
Labdanum
Styrax
Cedarwood
SandalwoodIncense
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).
Perfumer
Mark Buxton
Mark Buxton is a British-born, German-trained perfumer celebrated for his daring, avant-garde style and mastery of contrast. Based in Paris, he has created iconic fragrances for houses such as Comme des Garçons, Le Labo, and Givenchy, and later launched his own label, Mark Buxton Perfumes, known for bold, unconventional compositions that challenge traditional perfumery norms.
Reviews
4.0
Very Good958 reviews
Mamuse
5.0/5 • 1 review
Fragrantica
4.0/5 • 956 reviews
Ministry of Scent
5.0/5 • 1 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers consistently praise COMME DES GARÇONS for its boldness and highly distinctive scent, emphasizing its spicy and woody character with a smoky medicinal twist. Admired within the niche community, it's seen as a challenging yet rewarding experience that stands apart from mainstream fragrances.
Pros
Performance excellence: Noted for strong longevity and persistent projection, enduring several hours on skin and clothing.
Versatile appeal: Best appreciated in cooler weather and evening settings, ideal for those who embrace bold personal statements.
Quality composition: Reviewers commend its complex and original blend of top-quality spices and woods, leading to a unique olfactory experience.
Cons
Specific limitation: The strong, medicinal spiciness may be too unconventional or intense for fans of more traditional or sweet fragrances.
Situational drawback: Its avant-garde character can feel out of place in office or casual daytime environments, more suited for special occasions or artistic contexts.
Comparisons
Similar to CdG Black: Shares a spicy-woody DNA, but the original is earthier and more medicinal, while Black is darker and smokier.
Reminds reviewers of Serge Lutens Bapteme du Feu: Both are adventurous, spicy, and complex, but COMME DES GARÇONS is drier and more linear while Bapteme du Feu is more floral and gourmand.
Vibe & Emotions
Intellectual stimulation: Inspires creativity and thoughtfulness during solitary work or artistic pursuits.
Bold confidence: Elicits a sense of individuality and empowerment, especially when worn to make a statement.
Introspective calm: Creates meditative, comforting feelings in colder weather or cozy indoor spaces.
Recent Reviews
Mika Kozma
6 months ago
5
I love it!
I absolutely love this scent. I've been wearing COMME DES GARÇONS - Eau De Parfum for more than a year, and I still love it. It has the combination of spices that I look for in any fragrances, and longevity is great. This iperfume has been my go to most of a time in recent years.
spicy
warm
smoky
woody
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