Mirror Mirror Collection - Miroir Des Vanites

I received my bottle of this today and ripped open the external packaging to get to its stunning contents. I don't normally keep perfume boxes, but the Miroir Miroir series is exquisitely presented in mirrored wood, which compels me to make a rare exception. I spritzed only once to the back of my left hand over four hours ago and can still clearly smell Miroir des Vanites without jamming my nose against it; I have very dry skin - routinely it doesn't hold perfume well at all - so I am bemused by four people's assessment of its longevity as poor or weak. I'm equally puzzled by its comparison to Aura (which I also own) as I can't detect any similarities whatsoever. Many other reviewers have expressed their surprise at MdV being described as "for men", which I echo. I don't believe fragrance has a gender - wear whatever you like! - but the sweetness of MdV makes it more feminine than many unisex perfumes. It definitely also has more than the two notes (lemon and vetiver) listed by Fragrantica; other sites describe the fragrance as follows: “Bubbly citrus accords enliven and mingle with the warm, subtle bitterness of cinchona bark and vetiver, heightened by the black intensity of licorice" (first quoted by reviewer BIG on 21/01/2010). I'm not very good at identifying individual notes - and can't here, either - but I am picking up a creamy and sweet (not zesty) citrus accord and a definite woodiness. MdV also smells "cool". I think it will be lovely on hot muggy days in the summer. Miroir des Vanites is just lovely and it's a shame it was discontinued so soon. I highly recommend it - if you can lay your hands on a bottle...

Miroir Des Vanites is unisex. It is a beautifully balanced concoction that has a deep, oily quality. I'm sure there are more notes than those listed above. I could smell a very prominent honey note combined with ambergris a few hours ago. The longevity is impressive. I've been wearing it for about 8 hours and it is still going strong. Interestingly enough, when I first sprayed it on, it was quite citrus in nature and over time it changed to something softer and muskier. The dry down is interesting as I'm really noticing coconut and lemons. This one really morphs. It's constantly changing and resonates beautifully in warm weather. The silage isn't too powerful, which is nice (although I do love a powerhouse or 10)! If you love complex, sophisticated and unusual fragrances, then make sure you try this one. Yes, Mugler has succeeded in producing a true, rare boutique/niche perfume and I'll be buying more of these Miroir beauties. The packaging is extravagant! I've never seen anything like it! The bottle is contained in a mirrored box. It is such a glamorous keepsake! I can't heap enough love on in this one!

Got this as a free sample with a present a friend had bought me from the Mugler website . . . . OMG - This is GOOD stuff! I didnt realise it was "for men" until I looked it up here . . .Oh well , that doesnt bother me , ive worn mens fumes before and probably always will wear whatever I like! This is niche quality and extremely well made , I cannot fault Mulger , my fave house for many reasons - Quality , longlevity , amazing bottles , groundbreaking "out there" scents with BIG personality. Just excellent! Other designer perfume houses could learn a lot from TM. THis scent is lovely , very well blended i cannot pinpoint any notes , its just one gorgeous , woody , clean , classy smelling blend. This is how id imagine "lolita lempicka au masculin" to smell - it smells "clean" there is a warm foody sweetness ( vanlla n anise) undercutting the masculine "fresh woody" vibe , complex ! Unisex and a fab scent. Shame its so hard to get !

I love this and totally bemused that it says its a mens fragrance. Its a sweetish woody gourmand that I can wear anywhere. There are way more notes in this than the two listed above?! I think there is artemisia and perhaps cedar. Its perfect for the warm months of the year and perfect for the workplace. Something about it reminds me of Serge Lutens fragrances. I love vetiver but finding a decent womans fragrance based on this note is hard. This is perfectly balanced. Not too sweet and not harsh at all. Moderate sillage and lasts for many hours.

I like this scent! My second favorite from the mirror collection! It is like a grown up sparkling soda for the skin!Very interesting,nice for spring & summer!