Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition)
Dries Van NotenEau de Parfum2026
Side by side
Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition) vs. Opera Mate
Opera Mate wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition) | Opera Mate | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2026 | 2024 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Marie Salamagne | Christelle Laprade |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition)
Rose
Citrus
Fruity
Floral
Cacao
Fresh Spicy
Warm Spicy
Aromatic
Opera Mate
Sweet
Caramel
Amber
Balsamic
Aromatic
Nutty
Woody
Musky
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BlackcurrantBergamot
ChestnutGrapefruit zestLabdanum
Heart
SilkRose
Crème BrûléeDavanaVetiver
Base
CacaoChestnut
CaramelSuede
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition) | Opera Mate | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
The opening is tart enough to make people ask what you're wearing. That's the draw. It doesn't ease in politely, it announces, then softens into something warmer and closer.Soie Malaquais (2026 Limited Edition)
Opera Mate is sweet but never juvenile. The crème brûlée and caramel bring undeniable dessert energy, but the suede, vetiver, and chestnut ground it in something more sophisticated.Opera Mate