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Cartier · Sold as feminine
Must II
The first sip of morning coffee in an office that smells faintly of blooming flowers and freshly ground wood, where the crispness of citrus blends with warm florals.
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Must IIPremium · $100–250
62%Similar accords, often for lessZen Original · ShiseidoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 16 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Must II by Cartier was launched in 1993, crafted by perfumer Alberto Morillas. This fragrance is an intricate blend of woody and aromatic notes with subtle hints of green, floral, and citrus accords. Opening with hyacinth, tarragon, mandarin orange, and bergamot, it transitions into a heart of narcissus, orris root, jasmine, carnation, lily-of-the-valley, and rose. The base notes include oakmoss, vetiver, sandalwood, cedar, and musk. Must II is a proof of Cartier's attention to detail and the brand’s reputation for elegance.
Must II has a rich base that takes time to develop. Apply it early in the day for the full experience; two sprays on pulse points will ensure its woody and earthy notes bloom gradually throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Must II, Cartier
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Alberto Morillas
The invisible architectAlberto Morillas is one of the most prolific and celebrated perfumers of the modern era. Born in Seville and trained in Geneva at Firmenich, he possesses an extraordinary gift for constructing fragrances that feel simultaneously complex and effortless.
“Technique is important, but it's the perfumer's soul that makes the difference.”
Alberto Morillas · Mizensir journal ('Nose-to-nose with founder Alberto Morillas'), July 2025
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Adds almond, amber and fruity; shares cedar and rose and 3 more notes.
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 50%, disliked or hated by 9%.