Blackcurrant SyrupOpens with
RoseHeart
PatchouliDries down to
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Maison Martin Margiela · Sold as unisex
On A Date
The anticipation of a first date, where excitement meets subtle confidence, captured in the mingling scents of fruity sweetness and earthy warmth.
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On A DatePremium · $100–250
52%Similar accords, often for lessEvoke Her Midnight · AjmalBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 14 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
On A Date by Maison Martin Margiela was launched in 2022 and is crafted by perfumer Carlos Benaïm. This unisex EDT opens with a burst of blackcurrant syrup and pink pepper, creating an initial rush of fruity freshness and spiciness. As the composition evolves, bergamot and rose take center stage, adding layers of floral sweetness and aromatic depth. The base notes of patchouli, moss, musk, and vetiver ground the fragrance with earthy warmth, making it feel both intimate and enduring.
Apply two sprays to pulse points for a balanced effect. The blackcurrant syrup and pink pepper are bright but fleeting, so the woody base notes will carry you through the evening without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — On A Date, Maison Martin Margiela
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Carlos Benaïm
The quiet geniusCarlos Benaïm is a master perfumer at IFF whose name may not be widely recognized outside the industry, yet his creations have shaped the olfactory landscape of the past four decades.
“Perfumers always strive to create a scent that will have long lasting appeal but we never fully know in advance.”
Carlos Benaïm · The Candy Perfume Boy, April 2015
Designer Maison Martin Margiela
More from the house · founded 1988 · France
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 25%, disliked or hated by 22%.