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Monsieur by Frédéric Malle — notes

A smooth woody-amber scent: mandarin and rum open to patchouli, then cedar, suede and incense.

House
Frédéric Malle
Concentration
Eau de parfum
Perfumer
Bruno Jovanovic
Scento family
Wood & Root

Notes

Notes as published by Frédéric Malle, checked 20 October 2026.

Scento family

Wood & Root. Dry, creamy or earthy woods and roots: cedar, sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli, oakmoss.

Scento reads it as a autumn, winter and spring scent for day and evening wear.

About Frédéric Malle

Paris house that publishes perfumes by independent perfumers and names the perfumer on every page.

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Questions

What does Monsieur smell like?

A smooth woody-amber scent: mandarin and rum open to patchouli, then cedar, suede and incense. Its character reads earthy, warm, citrusy and sweet.

What are the top notes of Monsieur?

The top notes of Monsieur by Frédéric Malle are mandarin and rum. The heart opens to patchouli, and the base rests on cedarwood, suede and incense. Notes as published by Frédéric Malle.

What family is Monsieur?

Scento places Monsieur in the Wood & Root family. Dry, creamy or earthy woods and roots: cedar, sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli, oakmoss.

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