Cologne Indélébile
citrus up front, then white floral, settling into aromatic.
About
Cologne Indélébile by Frederic Malle is a Citrus fragrance for women and men. Cologne Indélébile was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Dominique Ropion. Top notes are Bergamot, Lemon and Rosemary; middle notes are Neroli, Orange Blossom, Narcissus and Geranium; base notes are Musk, Patchouli and Benzoin.
Nose: Dominique Ropion
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Frederic Malle picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Cologne Indélébile smell like?
citrus up front, then white floral, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: citrus, white floral, aromatic.
What notes are in Cologne Indélébile?
Top: Bergamot, Lemon, Rosemary. Heart: Neroli, Orange Blossom, Narcissus, Geranium. Base: Musk, Patchouli, Benzoin.
How long does Cologne Indélébile last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Cologne Indélébile loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Cologne Indélébile best for?
Summer is the top pick (45%). Spring is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Cologne Indélébile?
Day wear leads at 85%. Night is a secondary pick at 15%.
Is Cologne Indélébile for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 59% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Cologne Indélébile?
Composed by Dominique Ropion. Released in 2015.
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