Concrete
warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into powdery.
About
Concrete by Comme des Garcons is a Woody fragrance for women and men. Concrete was launched in 2017. The fragrance features Sandalwood, Musk, Cardamom, Rose Oxide, Cloves, Cumin, Cedar and Jasmine Sambac.
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Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Comme des Garcons picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Concrete smell like?
warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: warm spicy, woody, powdery.
How long does Concrete last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Concrete loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Concrete best for?
Fall is the top pick (31%). Spring is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Concrete?
Day wear leads at 63%. Night is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Concrete for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 72% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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