Comme des Garçons · 2002
Series 2: Red - Cedar
EDTUnisex
The Story
Cedar is a bold, dry interpretation of cedarwood that feels like walking through a lumberyard after a rainstorm. The opening is sharp and peppery, with a metallic edge that gives way to a smoky, almost burnt wood heart. The base is a stark, mineralic cedar that lingers for hours. It's challenging but rewarding for those who love raw, architectural scents.
Note Breakdown
Top Notes
Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.
Encyclopedia Insights
Is this fragrance similar to other cedar scents?+
No, this is not a soft or sweet cedar. It's dry, smoky, and metallic, more like raw cedar planks than a polished wood.
How does the performance compare to other Comme des Garçons scents?+
It has above-average longevity for an EDT, around 8 hours, with moderate sillage. It projects well for the first few hours then settles close to skin.
Is this unisex?+
Yes, it's marketed as unisex. The dry, woody profile works well on any gender, though it leans slightly masculine due to the pepper and smoke.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this fragrance similar to other cedar scents?+
No, this is not a soft or sweet cedar. It's dry, smoky, and metallic, more like raw cedar planks than a polished wood.
How does the performance compare to other Comme des Garçons scents?+
It has above-average longevity for an EDT, around 8 hours, with moderate sillage. It projects well for the first few hours then settles close to skin.
Is this unisex?+
Yes, it's marketed as unisex. The dry, woody profile works well on any gender, though it leans slightly masculine due to the pepper and smoke.
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