AldehydesOpens with
PeachHeart
MuskDries down to
Suzy Le HelleyThe nose · 14 fragrances · also made Bottled Absolu (2024)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Frederic Malle · Sold as unisex
Acne Studios
A crisp morning followed by a gentle transition into an evening of subtle sophistication.
Smells likeclean laundry·snow
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Acne StudiosLuxury · $250+
51%Similar accords, often for lessDemi-Jour · HoubigantPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 13 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2024 by Suzy Le Helley for Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, Acne Studios is a composition that balances fresh aldehydes with powdery florals and warm woods. The fragrance opens with the brightness of mandarin and bergamot, which quickly gives way to the softness of peach and orange blossom. At its heart, it combines violet and rose with lily of the valley and jasmine, creating a harmonious floral bouquet. The base notes of musk, frankincense, sandalwood, vanilla, and heliotrope add depth and warmth, grounding the overall composition in a comforting embrace.
Acne Studios has a balanced projection and longevity. A single spray on pulse points is sufficient to capture the essence of its fresh aldehydic opening, which gradually evolves into a more powdery and woody base over time. It's best worn during cooler hours or in less humid conditions to allow its floral heart to fully bloom.
Fig. 01 — Acne Studios, Frederic Malle
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Suzy Le Helley
For the realm of perfume, the perfumer Suzy Le Helley crafts a fragrance of contrasts for Acne Studios by Frédéric Malle: an aldehydic introduction followed by a gourmand heart.
Designer Frederic Malle
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 45%, disliked or hated by 16%.