Obelisk Eau de Parfum by MCM | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Obelisk smell like?
Obelisk by MCM is a dense, multi-layered relic of 1985 perfumery that captures the bold "oriental spicy" energy of its decade. The opening is a complex tug-of-war between sharp and soft; the bitter gr...
The fragrance is noted for its exceptional performance, with a reputation for staying power that easily lasts through an entire day and sillage that commands attention in a room.
Modern opinions on the scent are highly polarized; while vintage enthusiasts prize it as a warm, extraordinary classic, some contemporary testers find its dense, spicy-sweet composition challenging or even repulsive compared to modern, lighter trends.
It is overwhelmingly classified as a cold-weather fragrance, with the community favoring it for fall and winter evenings or "nights out" due to its heavy, spicy warmth.
There is significant confusion in the market between this 1985 vintage and the 2021 MCM release in the "backpack" bottle, which is a completely different fruity-floral scent; collectors emphasize that Obelisk is a distinct, discontinued spicy oriental.
