CoffeeOpens with
MacadamiaHeart
VanillaDries down to
Jimmy Anton StuderThe nose · 2 fragrances · also made Eau d'Aspiration (2025)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
M. Micallef · Sold as unisex
Crème de la Crème
The quiet richness of a velvet armchair in a well-lit study, where the scent of warm coffee and soft woods mingles with the subtle sweetness of vanilla.
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Crème de la CrèmePremium · $100–250
45%Similar accords, often for lessMillion · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 11 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Crème de la Crème by M. Micallef is a composition that balances warm spices with rich vanilla and coffee notes, creating an enveloping aroma that feels both comforting and sophisticated. Launched in 2022 and crafted by Jimmy Anton Studer, this fragrance opens with the invigorating scent of coffee and neroli before giving way to a heart of ylang-ylang, rose, and jasmine. The base layers of sandalwood, cedar, vanilla, tonka bean, and musk create an opulent warmth that lingers on the skin.
Apply this fragrance to pulse points for an immediate warmth that builds on skin over time. The base notes take about an hour to fully settle, so give it some time before heading out. It reads best in cooler settings where its rich warmth can be appreciated.
Fig. 01 — Crème de la Crème, M. Micallef
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Jimmy Anton Studer
Jimmy Anton Studer began his 50-year career with LUZI in Dietlikon, Switzerland, working in Holzminden, Munich, Geneva, Paris, and New York, and became the first person ever honored with the title 'Master Perfumer' at LUZI.
Designer M. Micallef
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What people
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A polarising scent: loved by 17%, disliked or hated by 34%.