mat; very male

This is another fragrance which is tragically underestimated and just not recognised enough.... To me, this is an expertly constructed and innovative scent which is very much about the liqourice and anise combination (supported by more traditional patchouli and woody notes). It is a clearly masculine fragrance and though very dark there is enough lightness of touch to give considerable versatility to it. I would even say it has something of Kenzo Air's potential to also be a Spring/Summer fragrance as there is quite a bit of freshness as well. I enjoy how this feels on my skin as well, as it has a slightly oily feel to it and I believe they haven't skimped with the costs for this. All said, Mat Very Male is a highly recommended fragrance to try. If you been looking for a good liqourice fragrance which is not too sweet or unisex, you could do worse than this one. It is very, very good....

Opening: Licorice with a chocolatey undertone. A bit like B*Men are first but then goes is own way when the mid notes come into play. The unusual pairing of heavy and light notes makes this an unforgettable and unique fragrance. Lotus, bamboo and water with patchouli and licorice/anise- It’s as if Thierry Mugler had a weeklong bender in Tokyo and wanted to commemorate the experience. Why do they always discontinue the best ones? Definitely worth a pickup if you love licorice notes and want something special.

I am a huge fan of this fragrance. It is similar to Kenzo Air...not so much Encre Noire. I get Sambuca, water notes and licorice...as well as bamboo notes. I find this one is easy to wear and relatively versatile...people around you will enjoy the smell of this one. I recommend this one! Put down the Cool Water and grab this one.

Still own my second 80 ml bottle since 2016. Wearing rarely trying to extend usage as long as possible. I love this fragrance as liquorice itself is my passion. But scent is very masculine and at the same time tender. Sad it is not in production any more. The parfum that will stay with me forever.

This scent is a touch on the light side but what you get is predominantly licorice/anise with a trickle of resinous woods, patchouli and some lotus/aquatic tone. It's refreshing in this simultaneously subtle yet masculine way.