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Eau de parfum
Molton Brown Tea Ceremony
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The History and Character of the Fragrance
Molton Brown Tea Ceremony Eau de Parfum is a new unisex fragrance for 2026, created for those who appreciate clean, serene and expressive compositions without excessive projection.
The perfume is part of the Eau de Parfum Collection and continues the brand's interest in contemporary interpretations of natural motifs.
Its character reflects the aesthetics of a tea ceremony: restrained, attentive to detail and filled with inner calm.
Tea Ceremony was created by Mathieu Nardin, a perfumer known for his delicate work with transparent green and woody nuances.
The composition is minimalist but far from simple: it gradually changes as it develops while preserving a sense of freshness and gentle composure.
This is a mood fragrance that does not strive to fill all the space around its wearer.
The Fragrance Pyramid and Development
The fragrance opens with a green accord that creates the impression of fresh air and newly unfurled leaves.
Then green tea takes centre stage, joined by matcha tea with its characteristic dry, slightly powdery depth.
A woody accord emerges in the base, giving the fragrance lasting presence and a sense of calm warmth.
Thanks to this structure, Tea Ceremony feels cohesive: the fresh opening flows smoothly into a cosy tea heart and a delicate woody finish.
Wearability and Sillage
Tea Ceremony is an eau de parfum with a versatile character, suitable for both women and men.
Its green character feels especially natural in spring and summer, while the tea-woody base also makes it suitable for the transitional seasons.
It works well in the office, on a walk, while travelling, in a cosy café or whenever you want to smell polished yet unobtrusive.
The fragrance has a subtle sillage, so Tea Ceremony is chosen not for a conspicuous scent cloud but for personal comfort and beautiful close-to-the-skin character.
On the skin, the fragrance leaves a neat, clean impression and is well suited to those who prefer delicate perfumery.
For application, it is enough to step into the spray cloud; on clothing, one or two sprays are best, depending on the material and its sensitivity.
The Molton Brown Style
Molton Brown is a brand with a distinctive London aesthetic.
Its story began in 1973 in the elegant Mayfair district, on South Molton Street, with a small hair salon and a philosophy rooted in attention to quality and individual style.
Tea Ceremony fits naturally into this DNA: the fragrance feels modern, intelligent and composed, while retaining the sensual side of personal care.
The release demonstrates how a recognisable image can be created with a small number of key accords.
Green notes provide a sense of freshness, tea nuances give the composition character, and the woody finish makes it more mature and long-lasting.
As a result, Tea Ceremony can appeal both to fans of light green fragrances and to those seeking an unconventional alternative to classic fresh compositions.
Similar Fragrances
If you enjoy tea-like, green and woody scents, it is worth exploring Lorenzo Villoresi Yerbamate, Asgharali D.Oud Al Mutamid and Abdul Karim Al Faransi Safeer Al Oud.
They differ in mood and intensity, but may appeal to lovers of layered compositions with herbal, tea or woody nuances.
Tea Ceremony nevertheless remains the most airy and restrained option for an everyday fragrance wardrobe.
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