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By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela
2015 • Unisex

MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA
BY THE FIREPLACE

By the Fireplace opens with a warm and inviting burst of orange blossom, enhanced by a spicy touch of pink pepper and cloves. This initial brightness quickly evolves into a heart that envelops you in the earthy richness of guaiac wood, complemented by the freshness of juniper and the comforting aroma of roasted chestnut. As it settles, the fragrance transforms into a smooth base of vanilla, Peru balsam, and cashmeran, creating a cozy, amber warmth that lingers softly on the skin. Best suited for the cooler months of winter and fall, By the Fireplace is a unisex fragrance that thrives in nighttime settings, making it perfect for intimate gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire. While its performance features moderate longevity and sillage, the scent leaves an inviting impression without overwhelming those around you. This fragrance stands out in its category for its unique balance of warmth and spice, evoking memories of crisp nights and crackling fires. If you're drawn to earthy, woody compositions with a hint of sweetness, this is a fragrance worth exploring.

Community Rating
4.2
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person Perfumer Marie Salamagne
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By the Fireplace opens on cloves and pink pepper before easing into a chestnut and guaiac wood heart. What you'll smell on skin hours in is vanilla, peru balsam, and cashmeran — the base does the heavy lifting here. Performance lands in the middle: dependable longevity with measured projection. Lives in the winter-to-fall window with a nighttime tilt. Community sentiment is consistently positive (4.2/5 across 114,220 votes) — a low-risk pick.

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timerLONGEVITY

4-6 Hours60%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Moderate42%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 4.3% SPRING
wb_sunny 1.7% SUMMER
eco 41.5% FALL
ac_unit 52.6% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 24% DAY
dark_mode 76% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

woody 100%
vanilla 82%
balsamic 80%
warm spicy 75%
amber 69%
powdery 64%
nutty 59%
musky 54%
soft spicy 53%
sweet 53%

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