Le Parfum
musky up front, then sweet, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Le Parfum by Max Mara is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Le Parfum was launched in 2008. The nose behind this fragrance is Vincent Schaller. Top notes are Pink Pepper, Nutmeg and Plum; middle notes are Freesia, Gardenia, Moroccan Rose, Jasmine and Tiare Flower; base notes are Musk,…
Nose: Vincent Schaller
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Max Mara picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Le Parfum smell like?
musky up front, then sweet, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: musky, sweet, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Le Parfum?
Top: Pink Pepper, Nutmeg, Plum. Heart: Freesia, Gardenia, Moroccan Rose, Jasmine, Tiare Flower. Base: Musk, Lime (Linden) Blossom, Sandalwood, Brazilian Rosewood.
How long does Le Parfum last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Le Parfum loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Le Parfum best for?
Spring is the top pick (33%). Fall is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Le Parfum?
Day wear leads at 79%. Night is a secondary pick at 21%.
Is Le Parfum for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 83% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Le Parfum?
Composed by Vincent Schaller. Released in 2008.
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