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Micallef he serves as the senior nose responsible for every scent in the line, working alongside Geoffrey Nejman and Martine Micallef to bring their vision to life, with creations including Ylang in Gold, Royal Muska, and Ananda.

Jean-Claude Astier is a senior perfumer who has created for Parfums M. Micallef, Widian, Brocard, Jacomo, and AJ Arabia. At M.
Micallef he serves as the senior nose responsible for every scent in the line, working alongside Geoffrey Nejman and Martine Micallef to bring their vision to life, with creations including Ylang in Gold, Royal Muska, and Ananda.
2002WatchM. Micallef
2005AnandaM. Micallef
2005GaiacM. Micallef
2008Royal MuskaM. Micallef
2011BlackM. Micallef
2012Ylang in GoldM. Micallef
2014IIWIDIAN
2022Note VanilléeM. MicallefRich, exotic florals and luxurious orientals built for niche houses that prize a consistent, recognizable house style.
Scentsation editorialFragrances credited to Jean-Claude in our catalog, by house.
M. Micallef · 2012Ylang in Gold2,793 ratings · ★ 4.0502
M. Micallef · 2008Royal Muska1,915 ratings · ★ 4.0003
M. Micallef · 2005Ananda1,834 ratings · ★ 3.9104
M. Micallef · 2002Watch1,226 ratings · ★ 3.8405
M. MicallefMon Parfum Cristal964 ratings · ★ 4.1006
M. Micallef · 2022Note Vanillée923 ratings · ★ 4.03
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