Comme des Garçons · 2007
Series 9: Flower - Ylang Ylang
EDTUnisex
The Story
Comme des Garçons Series 9: Flower - Ylang Ylang is a bold, unconventional take on the classic tropical flower. Instead of the usual sweet, creamy interpretation, this fragrance pushes ylang ylang into green, spicy, and almost metallic territory. It opens with a sharp burst of aldehydes and green notes, then settles into a heart of ylang ylang that feels raw and slightly animalic. The base is a dry, woody mix of cedar and vetiver. It's challenging, artistic, and absolutely unique.
Note Breakdown
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.
Encyclopedia Insights
Is this a sweet, tropical ylang ylang scent?+
No, this is not your typical sweet ylang ylang. It's green, spicy, and almost metallic, with a dry woody base. It's more artistic than beachy.
How does this compare to other Comme des Garçons Series 9 scents?+
Like others in the series, it's an avant-garde interpretation. Ylang Ylang is one of the more challenging ones, with a sharp green opening and a raw floral heart.
What's the longevity like?+
As an EDT, it lasts about 4-6 hours with moderate projection. The green notes fade first, leaving a woody-musky base.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a sweet, tropical ylang ylang scent?+
No, this is not your typical sweet ylang ylang. It's green, spicy, and almost metallic, with a dry woody base. It's more artistic than beachy.
How does this compare to other Comme des Garçons Series 9 scents?+
Like others in the series, it's an avant-garde interpretation. Ylang Ylang is one of the more challenging ones, with a sharp green opening and a raw floral heart.
What's the longevity like?+
As an EDT, it lasts about 4-6 hours with moderate projection. The green notes fade first, leaving a woody-musky base.
Verified Primary Sources
✓Fact Checked by Essentia Editorial Team