
Zeste & Musc
Zeste & Musc by MaxMara was launched in 2009, a spicy fragrance for women. Its accord profile is led by fresh spicy, citrus and floral. Key notes: Pepper, Freesia and Nutmeg.
At a glance
| Dominant accords | fresh spicy, citrus, floral |
|---|---|
| Key notes | Pepper, Freesia, Nutmeg, Magnolia |
| Community rating | 3.98/5 from 162 votes |
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Accord profile
Note pyramid
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About this fragrance
Written from the structured record above — note pyramid, accord weights, perfumer credit and era.
Zeste & Musc by MaxMara (2009) opens with a bright, effervescent burst of bergamot and mandarin orange. The citrus is sharp and sparkling, quickly met by a spicy heart of pepper, nutmeg, freesia, and magnolia. This combination creates a fresh, spicy floral character that is both energizing and slightly warm. As it dries down, the base of musk and cedar emerges, lending a soft, powdery, and woody foundation that lingers close to the skin.
This oriental floral is ideal for collectors who appreciate a balance of zesty freshness and cozy musk. The prominent fresh spicy and citrus accords make it a great choice for daytime wear, especially in spring and summer. The musk and cedar base adds enough depth for evening, while the powdery facet gives it a vintage-leaning elegance. It suits women who enjoy clean, spicy-floral scents with a musky finish. As a discontinued gem from the late 2000s, it offers a unique snapshot of that era's fragrance trends.
中文簡介
MaxMara Zeste & Musc(2009)以佛手柑與柑橘的明亮果香開場,隨即轉入胡椒、肉荳蔻、小蒼蘭與木蘭的辛辣花香。基調的麝香與雪松帶來柔軟粉質與木質餘韻,整體是清新辛辣的東方花香。適合喜愛柑橘與麝香平衡的收藏家,日常或春夏使用皆宜,粉質感增添復古優雅。
Reference data
| House | MaxMara |
|---|---|
| Name | Zeste & Musc |
| Launched | 2009 |
| Marketed as | For women |
| Dominant family | Spicy |
| Notes recorded | 8 |
| Accords | 7 |
Quick answers
Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.
What are the notes in Zeste & Musc?
Zeste & Musc by MaxMara: top notes are Bergamot and Mandarin Orange; heart notes are Pepper, Freesia, Nutmeg and Magnolia; base notes are Musk and Cedar.
What accords does Zeste & Musc have?
The dominant accords recorded for Zeste & Musc are fresh spicy (100.0%); citrus (88.3%); floral (80.3%); musky (70.5%); powdery (58.8%).
When was Zeste & Musc launched?
Zeste & Musc by MaxMara was first released in 2009.
What does Zeste & Musc smell like?
Zeste & Musc is recorded as a spicy fragrance, centred on Pepper, Freesia and Nutmeg.
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