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Parfums Obim Mackenzie.1/40
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Parfums Obim Mackenzie.1/40 is a unisex fragrance released in 2024 by the American brand Parfums Obim.
The fragrance is presented in perfume concentration, or extrait, so its scent is perceived as rich and expressive.
The composition belongs to the oriental and spicy category, while its stated sillage is very strong.
Mackenzie.1/40 was created by perfumer Chana Goodman.
What makes this release especially interesting is the combination of gourmand appeal with a deeper, more atmospheric character: the fragrance does not aim to be light or discreet, but immediately creates a dense olfactory space around the wearer.
The Fragrance Pyramid and Development
At the heart of the composition is an expressive duo of coffee and brandy, complemented by cinnamon, tobacco, oakmoss, sandalwood, tonka bean and vanilla.
This combination creates a warm, spicy-gourmand profile with smoky, woody and slightly earthy nuances.
Here, the sweetness of vanilla and tonka supports the smoothness of the coffee accord, while tobacco, moss and sandalwood add depth and texture to the scent.
On the skin, Mackenzie.1/40 unfolds in layers: rich coffee and alcoholic nuances are gradually framed by dry spice and woody warmth.
As it develops, the fragrance becomes rounder and more comforting, while retaining its density and noticeable presence.
The final impression is composed of vanilla softness, a tobacco shadow and a mossy-sandalwood base.
Wearability and Sillage
Mackenzie.1/40 is positioned as a fragrance for women and men who enjoy noticeable, distinctive compositions with no compromise on intensity.
Its very strong sillage makes it particularly suitable for evenings, cool weather and occasions when the fragrance should remain part of the overall look for several hours.
In warm weather, the composition may smell especially intense, so it is best to take the temperature and the size of the space into account.
Precise recommendations for applying the fragrance to skin and clothing are not provided for this release.
Given the extrait concentration and the stated strength of the sillage, it is sensible to start with a small number of sprays and assess how it develops specifically on your skin.
On fabric, the fragrance may last longer and smell denser, so an inconspicuous test is advisable before applying it to delicate materials.
What to Compare Mackenzie.1/40 With
In terms of mood, Mackenzie.1/40 may appeal to fans of By Kilian Intoxicated, which also gives an important role to coffee gourmand notes, as well as Hermès Ambre Narguile and Siordia Parfums Coffee & Sigarettes.
At the same time, the Parfums Obim release has a more pronounced oriental-spicy character and combines coffee with brandy, tobacco, moss and woody nuances.
Other concentrations of Mackenzie.1/40 are not specified in the available data, so it is impossible to compare the EDT, EDP and extrait versions with one another.
That said, the composition itself appears cohesive and self-sufficient: it is a choice for those seeking not merely a sweet coffee fragrance, but a rich olfactory statement with spicy, tobacco and woody depth.
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