Odeur 71 by Comme des Garçons | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Odeur 71 smell like?
Odeur 71 is an avant-garde exploration of the "anti-perfume," designed to smell like the modern world rather than a traditional garden. It opens with a startlingly clear, inorganic crispness that mimi...
The fragrance is widely regarded as a "cyberpunk" staple, with enthusiasts often describing it as the scent of a clean, high-end laboratory or a futuristic office space.
Performance is considered moderate; while it provides a noticeable halo around the wearer for several hours, it is not "nuclear" and tends to settle into a clean skin scent.
It is frequently compared to its predecessor, Odeur 53, though many find Odeur 71 to be more complex and slightly more grounded due to its woodier and mossier heart.
The community generally views this as a versatile "daily driver" for those who work in professional or creative environments where traditional floral or heavy ambery scents might feel out of place.
While the note list appears intimidating, the consensus is that the overall effect is much more approachable and "human" than the marketing suggests, making it a popular choice for spring and fall.
