Series 3 Incense: Avignon
Comme des Garcons2002
Side by side
Series 3 Incense: Avignon vs. La Fumee
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
At a glance
| Series 3 Incense: Avignon | La Fumee | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2002 | 2011 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Bertrand Duchaufour | Lyn Harris |
| Best season | Winter | — |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Series 3 Incense: Avignon
Amber
Balsamic
Warm Spicy
Woody
Smoky
Aromatic
La Fumee
Amber
Woody
Smoky
Aromatic
Warm Spicy
Resinous
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
ChamomileElemiAldehydes
IncenseElemiLavender
Heart
French LabdanumSpices
GeraniumMoroccan chamomileCardamomCuminCoriander Seed
Base
IncenseMyrrhFrankincenseVirginia CedarBrazilian RosewoodPatchouliOakmossVanillaAmbrette (musk Mallow)
LabdanumSandalwoodBirchCedarwoodAmberOud
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Series 3 Incense: Avignon | La Fumee | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This is not a casual office scent. Avignon demands intention. The chamomile aldehydes offer an unusual herbal lift, but the real story is the frankincense-myrrh core, which is powerful, spiritual,.Series 3 Incense: Avignon
Smoke isn't a crowd-pleaser. That's the point. La Fumée doesn't announce itself, it settles close, like woodsmoke on cold air. Incense and birch give it edge; geranium keeps it from going heavy.La Fumee