2016
20 Years
Jean-Claude AstierThe nose · 123 fragrances · also made Gaiac (2005)Portrait →

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M. Micallef  ·  Sold as unisex

20 Years

The bustling energy of a city market in early morning light, where exotic fruits mingle with aromatic spices.

3.89316 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
fruityfresh spicysweetwhite floralwoodyaromatic
20 YearsPremium · $100–250
44%Similar accords, often for lessParis Nº92 Champs Elysees · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · all 5 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate42% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak5%
Weak10%
Moderate42%
Long lasting31%
Eternal12%
SillageModerate51% say strong or enormous
Intimate11%
Moderate38%
Strong27%
Enormous24%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine1%
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Unisex16%
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Feminine83%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2016 by M. Micallef, 20 Years is a Floral Fruity fragrance crafted by Jean-Claude Astier. The composition opens with the vibrant zest of exotic fruits and bergamot, creating an immediate sense of freshness and vitality. As it evolves, white rose and orange blossom bring a delicate floral sweetness to the forefront, balanced by the warm spice of nutmeg and artemisia. The base notes of patchouli, caramel, vanilla, and white musk ground the fragrance with a rich and enveloping warmth.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays to ensure the exotic fruit and bergamot notes have enough time to bloom. This fragrance is best enjoyed close to skin rather than from across a room, so aim for pulse points like your wrists and neck.

Fig. 01 — 20 Years, M. Micallef

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Jean-Claude Astier portrait
03 · The nose

Jean-Claude Astier

M. Micallef's senior nose

Jean-Claude Astier is a senior perfumer who has created for Parfums M. Micallef, Widian, Brocard, Jacomo, and AJ Arabia. At M.

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Designer M. Micallef

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.89/ 5 · 316 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 28%, disliked or hated by 14%.

Love28%
Like48%
OK10%
Dislike12%
Hate1%
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