M
amber up front, then white floral, settling into sweet.
About
M by Mariah Carey is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. M was launched in 2007. M was created by Carlos Benaïm and Loc Dong. Top notes are Marshmallow and Sea water; middle notes are Tiare Flower and Gardenia; base notes are Incense, Amber and Patchouli. You can not only…
Noses: Carlos Benaïm · Loc Dong
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- 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 winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Mariah Carey picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does M smell like?
amber up front, then white floral, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: amber, white floral, sweet.
What notes are in M?
Top: Marshmallow, Sea water. Heart: Tiare Flower, Gardenia. Base: Incense, Amber, Patchouli.
How long does M last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is M loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is M best for?
Winter is the top pick (39%). Fall is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for M?
Night wear leads at 58%. Day is a secondary pick at 42%.
Is M for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 70% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made M?
Composed by Carlos Benaïm and Loc Dong. Released in 2007.
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