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The world first encountered Magique by Christine Arbel in 1987. A feminine fragrance belonging to the floral family. In eau de toilette — and that's all it takes to fall in love.
France is where this fragrance comes from — and it shows. Magique Christine Arbel unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
One bottle, and you'll understand why Christine Arbel has such a devoted following. The official website of Christine Arbel — https://nothingperfume.com.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The note pyramid of Magique is built as a layered story, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The creative approach of Christine Arbel comes through from the opening to the final trail. Nothing here feels random, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette emphasizes the right density and pace of development.
When the structure is mixed the opening appears as one connected movement with a fantasy multi-layered mood: No information on composition. Here 1 note works as one integrated frame, building unexpected conceptual play that keeps the opening compact and balanced.
The inner phases are read as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which gives the structure continuity.
The stylistic positioning is feminine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Fairy, Floral and Whiteflower. At family level the fragrance belongs to Floral.
Overall Magique reads as a cohesive composition — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the scent structures best judged on skin.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Christine Arbel |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Year of production | 1987 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
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