Odeur 53
“Odeur 53 by Comme des Garcons is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a metallic, mineral composition with a clay undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Odeur 53 by Comme des Garçons, launched in 1998 and crafted by perfumer Martine Pallix, is an avant-garde exploration of metallic and mineral notes. The fragrance opens with a striking blend of metallic and clay accords that evoke the rawness of earth and metal. As it settles, the composition reveals a woody musk base that grounds the metallic elements in a more familiar, yet still unconventional, scent profile. This juxtaposition creates a distinctive olfactory experience that aligns perfectly with Comme des Garçons' ethos of 'anti-fashion.'
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply Odeur 53 in light sprays — its metallic opening can be intense. Allow it to settle for an hour before stepping out; this ensures that the woody musk base fully integrates with the top notes, creating a more balanced scent profile. It reads best in cooler environments where the metallic and earthy nuances stand out.
Martine Pallix
Founding perfumer · 4 fragrances
Designer Comme des Garcons
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The story behind the bottle.
The industrial chic of a modern gallery, where the cold precision of metal meets the warmth of raw earth.
Fig. 01 — Odeur 53, Comme des Garcons
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