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Perfumer
Avant l’Orage
feminine
Created by Philippine Courtière
Avant l’Orage by Maison Matine is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for women and men. Avant l’Orage was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Philippine Courtière. Top note is Pink Pepper; middle notes are Benzoin and Jasmine Sambac; base notes are Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood and Musk. "Experience a paradoxical & suspended feeling. A lever for strong feelings." - a note from the brand.
Fragrance Notes
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Community Insights
MixedBased on 33 community opinions from Reddit
6.5
/ 10 community score
Avant l'Orage from Maison Matine is a polarizing fragrance with a prominent tonka and vanilla base that appeals to some but disappoints others. The scent's composition appears highly dependent on skin chemistry, with some experiencing the intended profile while others detect unpleasant sour or off-notes. It seems best suited for those willing to test it first and potentially layer it with complementary fragrances.
Strengths
- Unique tonka and vanilla base that's comforting
- Works well when layered with other fragrances
- Pleasant opening with some complexity
- Good value in discovery sets
Weaknesses
- Divisive scent profile - not universally liked
- Some perceive sour/off-putting notes instead of intended pepper
- Performance and longevity concerns mentioned implicitly
- Skin chemistry plays major role in how it develops
Best for
Layering with other scentsPersonal enjoyment rather than crowd-pleasingTesting in discovery sets before committingCooler weather wear
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
