M7
oud up front, then amber, settling into aromatic.
About
M7 by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. M7 was launched in 2002. M7 was created by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud and Alberto Morillas. Top notes are Rosemary, Mandarin Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Agarwood (Oud) and Vetiver; base notes are Amber and Musk. M7 by…
Noses: Alberto Morillas · Jacques Cavallier Belletrud
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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 summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- 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.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does M7 smell like?
oud up front, then amber, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: oud, amber, aromatic.
What notes are in M7?
Top: Rosemary, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot. Heart: Agarwood (Oud), Vetiver. Base: Amber, Musk.
How long does M7 last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is M7 loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is M7 best for?
Winter is the top pick (44%). Fall is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for M7?
Night wear leads at 70%. Day is a secondary pick at 30%.
Is M7 for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 65% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made M7?
Composed by Alberto Morillas and Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Released in 2002.
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