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Eau de parfum
Les Fumées No. 1 Muse
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Les Fumées No. 1 Muse — a fragrance with character
Les Fumées No. 1 Muse is a 2024 eau de parfum from Les Fumées, a perfume brand from the United States.
The composition is presented as a unisex fragrance: its character is not tied to a specific gender and unfolds individually on the skin.
Its fougère base makes the perfume expressive, composed and multifaceted.
No. 1 Muse was created by perfumer and the brand’s creative director Leah Sohr.
For Les Fumées’ debut release, she built the composition around a contrast of fresh aromatic nuances, a soft fruity accent and a warm amber-woody base.
The result is a modern, distinctive and highly versatile fragrance.
Character and development
At the opening, No. 1 Muse combines radiant ambroxan, clary sage and pear.
Ambroxan gives the fragrance a clean mineral-amber smoothness, sage adds a green aromatic coolness, while pear softens the accord with a light fruity nuance.
As the fragrance develops, lavender and tonka bean become more noticeable.
The lavender accent reinforces the fragrance’s fougère character, while tonka brings creamy spice and delicate sweetness.
The finish is built around amber, sandalwood and musk, making the trail feel warm, smooth and enveloping.
This perfume will appeal to those who enjoy fragrances at the intersection of freshness and depth.
It can complement a business look, an evening outing or an everyday wardrobe when you want to leave a memorable yet unconventional impression.
Thanks to its very strong sillage, No. 1 Muse develops best in cool weather, outdoors and in spacious rooms.
Wearability and dosage
Les Fumées No. 1 Muse is a rich eau de parfum, so it is best to start with a small amount.
For the skin, 1–2 sprays on the pulse points are enough; for clothing, one spray from a distance allows the fragrance to settle softly without overwhelming your look.
The ideal dosage depends on the temperature, skin type and desired intensity.
The composition is especially striking on a scarf, collar or wool fabric, where the amber-musk base lasts longer.
On the skin, the fragrance moves from a fresh green-fruity opening to a warm woody finish, so it should not be judged solely by the first few minutes after application.
Similar fragrances
If you are interested in fougère compositions with an aromatic, woody and musky character, try Azzaro Azzaro Pour Homme for comparison.
It reveals the more classic side of the fougère style, while No. 1 Muse feels more contemporary thanks to ambroxan, pear and its soft musky base.
You can also include Loewe Esencia Coleccion Eternamente and Lacoste Eau de Sport in your list to explore. They are useful for comparing fresh and woody-aromatic nuances, but No.
1 Muse stands out with its powerful sillage, amber depth and versatile unisex appeal.
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