‘Whimsical’ may be the first adjective one could use to describe the MCM Collection, a line of Eau de Parfums inspired by the brand’s iconic leather animals, but it’s also insightful, interesting and adventurous. Designed in collaboration with master perfumers from DSM-Firmenich, the collection is made with sustainably sourced ingredients and contained in bottles topped with whimsical golden figures. Each fragrance embodies the essence of MCM’s bold, adventurous DNA.
The new MCM fragrance collection celebrates individual uniqueness, with each scent bringing joy, love, and a reminder of the beauty that pets and nature’s wonders bring to our lives.
Zen Elephant was inspired by the pursuit of balance and opens with freesia for calm and clarity. Other notes include magnolia (quiet reflection), oakmoss and cardamom (wisdom and serenity), and grapefruit. This is one of the favorites from the collection and understandably so because it is a floral woody scent. It’s unique yet very likable. You know how many unique scents are acquired tastes? This is not true for Zen Elephant. It’s a fragrance that you take a liking to immediately.
Darling Doxie has a woody and spicy aroma with notes of ylang-ylang, chamomile, pink pepper, nutmeg, and rich sandalwood.
Charming Pup has notes of rose, elegantly intertwined with the sophisticated depth of cedarwood. Meanwhile, vetiver adds a touch of refined earthiness, grounding the fragrance
Jolly Rabbit is a joyful scent with notes of orange citrus, neroli, and vetiver. Ginger and jasmine petals give Jolly Rabbit more playful notes because the rabbit is, after all, a very social and active animal.
Finally, Mighty Bear has top notes of bergamot, followed by the warmth of vanilla and the earth tones of sandalwood. The bear is a symbol of resilience grounded in nature, hence the woody floral accents of Mighty Bear. The scent is unisex and can lean toward masculine for some but that’s what I like about it. I can apply more if I am feeling it one day, or just spritz lightly if I feel like wearing fragrance for myself. To make it less masculine, I layer it with a vanilla scent or Zen Elephant.
I’d say the scent profiles in the collection are unexpected and versatile. Each bottle is topped by the character it represents so the scents in the collection are good collectibles. I love how each scent profile tells a story. The Mighty Bear, for example, represents resilience. Darling Doxie represents loyalty while Zen Elephant is all about clarity. Jolly Rabbit evokes joy while Charming Pup embodies charm and confidence.
The MCM Fragrance Collection is available at Rustans Beauty Source and distributed in the country by Luxasia Philippines.