BergamotOpens with
FirHeart
SandalwoodDries down to
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M. Micallef · Sold as masculine
Art collection 203 Man
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, where the aromatic steam meets the warm, woody notes of a freshly polished desk.
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Art collection 203 ManPremium · $100–250
58%Similar accords, often for lessWood Collection 01: Pure · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Jean-Claude Astier crafted Art collection 203 Man by M. Micallef as a harmonious blend of freshness and warmth, where citrus notes like bergamot, grapefruit, and lemon cut through the air with bright clarity before settling into a powdery base of fir, patchouli, sandalwood, and white musk. This composition is neither overwhelming nor understated but strikes an elegant balance, making it suitable for both daytime wear and evening gatherings.
Apply one or two sprays to ensure that the citrus top notes don't overpower the powdery base. This fragrance develops best close to skin and is particularly suited for daytime wear when the fresh spicy accords shine through.
Fig. 01 — Art collection 203 Man, M. Micallef
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Jean-Claude Astier
M. Micallef's senior noseJean-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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The originalArt collection 203 ManM. Micallef · Premium · $100–250ZaraWood Collection 01: PureShares 5 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 4.00 (30)50%Match
Zadig & Voltaire · 2017Tome 1 La Pureté (2017)Shares Bergamot, Patchouli and Sandalwood$40–100★ 4.33 (45)55%Match
RasasiRasasi Pour Homme L'eau RougeShares 5 of its 11 notesunder $40★ 3.60 (15)51%Match
Ajmal · 2019Fasety for HimShares Bergamot, Grapefruit and Sandalwoodunder $40★ 3.20 (5)
With M. Micallef Art Collection Celebration Man
Adds amber, patchouli and smoky; shares lemon and bergamot and 1 more note.
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 80%, disliked or hated by 20%.