On A Date
“On A Date by Maison Martin Margiela is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women and men”
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Respected, if divisive — a fruity, rose composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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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.
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Application Tips
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.
Carlos Benaïm
Founding perfumer · 189 fragrances · b. 1949 · Moroccan-French
“The best fragrances are the ones that feel like they've always existed.”
Carlos 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. Born in Tangier and raised between Morocco and Paris, he brings a multicultural sensibility to his work. He is the co-creator of iconic fragrances including Ralph Lauren Polo, Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, and numerous compositions for Dior and YSL. Benaïm is revered within the trade as a perfumer's perfumer — technically flawless, endlessly creative.
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The story behind the bottle.
The anticipation of a first date, where excitement meets subtle confidence, captured in the mingling scents of fruity sweetness and earthy warmth.
Fig. 01 — On A Date, Maison Martin Margiela
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