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Maison Martin Margiela · Sold as feminine
Beach Walk
The sun-kissed moment when you step out of the ocean, the air heavy with coconut milk and warm sand.
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Beach WalkPremium · $100–250
52%Similar accords, often for lessL Eau d Issey Shade of Sunrise · Issey MiyakeMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 11 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2012, Beach Walk by Maison Martin Margiela is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance that quickly became a standout in the brand's lineup. Created by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud and Marie Salamagne, this composition centers around a distinctive coconut-milk/monoi accord, evoking the essence of suntan lotion and beach ambiance. The scent has won praise for its 'beach accuracy,' yet reception is mixed; some find it overwhelming or not living up to its hype. Despite these critiques, Beach Walk's popularity surged, earning the Fragrance Foundation’s 'Breakout Star' award in 2018.
Two sprays are sufficient — the coconut-milk accord is potent and can linger throughout the day. Best for daytime wear as it reads best in warmer, sunlit environments.
Fig. 01 — Beach Walk, Maison Martin Margiela
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Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud
Louis Vuitton's master perfumerJacques Cavallier Belletrud is the master perfumer at Louis Vuitton and one of the most accomplished noses in the industry.
“It was like a game, but it helped me, step by step, learn the language of perfume.”
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud · Thames & Hudson / Sharp Magazine profiles
Co-created with Marie Salamagne
Designer Maison Martin Margiela
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The originalBeach WalkMaison Martin Margiela · Premium · $100–250Issey Miyake · 2019L Eau d Issey Shade of SunriseShares 6 of its 11 notes$40–100★ 3.87 (204)46%Match
Zara · 2023Blanc EnsoleilleShares Bergamot, Coconut milk and Muskunder $40★ 4.19 (263)46%Match
Versace · 2000Versace Essence EmotionalShares 4 of its 7 notes$40–100★ 3.92 (103)50%Match
Zara · 2017Heart Of YlangShares 5 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 4.62 (13)
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Adds gourmand, oud and fruity; shares two accords.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 28%, disliked or hated by 15%.