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Notes
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Accords
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Perfumer
The Moon
feminine
Created by Julien Rasquinet
The Moon by Frederic Malle is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. The Moon was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Julien Rasquinet. Top notes are Raspberry, Litchi, Saffron, Blackberry and Strawberry; middle notes are Red Berries, Turkish Rose, Red Currant, Olibanum and Violet; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Leather, Amber, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cypriol and Cedar. The Moon by Frederic Malle is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Julien Rasquinet . The fragrance include the contrasting and rich aromas of fruits, spices and resins, combining rose oud with frankincense and riped red berries. Sweetness and warm red nuances provides fruity notes of raspberry and red currants embraced by flowers, violets and roses. The strengt comes from patchouli, sandalwood, and agarwood, warmed by amber aromas. Notes: violet, rose, raspberry, agarwood (oud), olibanum, rose oud, red berries, red currant, patchouli, sandalwood and amber. The fragrance is available as a 50ml and 100ml Eau de Parfum.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
100%
Win
44%
Spr
24%
Sum
87%
Fall
Day & Night
40%
Day
93%
Night
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
User Ratings
1,624 votes
4.25
Love it
1.0k62%
Like it
29618%
OK
1258%
Dislike
1197%
Hate it
845%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 47 community opinions from Reddit
8.5
/ 10 community score
The community consensus is highly positive, with The Moon widely regarded as one of the best oud fragrances ever made and a flagship niche fragrance that justifies its premium price. Users consistently praise its complexity, longevity, and quality, though many note it's best suited for special occasions rather than daily wear due to its intensity and unconventional nature.
Strengths
- Exceptional complexity and quality that justifies premium niche pricing
- Outstanding longevity and projection
- Best-in-class oud and rose combination
- Premium, luxurious scent profile with high-quality ingredients
Weaknesses
- Very high price point may require decants or samples
- Too intense and unconventional for everyday or warm weather wear
- Not fruit-driven despite some expectations
- May overwhelm others in social settings
Best for
Special occasions and evening wearSignature fragrance for oud enthusiastsCooler seasons and winterThose with appreciation for niche perfumery
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
