25 community ratings

Ginger

Name: Ginger
Brand: Marc Jacobs

Perfumer: Yann Vasnier

2011UnisexModern

Votes lean feminine

6.1/ 10

Community score
25 ratings

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Marc Jacobs Ginger is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy feel with a sweet, spicy touch; it has been discontinued.

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How does it perform?

From 24 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

4.0 /10

A short but sweet date; a travel size in your bag is a good idea.

Sillage

3.9 /10

Whispers to close friends, never shouts at a crowd.

Bottle

6.6 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Blind buy risk

High risk

Only 48% of votes are positive.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Cognac Ginger Nutmeg

Heart notesfirst few hours

Rhubarb

Passion flower

Geranium

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Musk Sandalwood Amber

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Aquatic
Fruity
Sweet
Synthetic
Spicy

What does Ginger smell like?

It opens with cognac, ginger and nutmeg for a spicy warmth. In the heart, rhubarb, passion flower and geranium add a light, fruity and slightly green note. The base of musk, sandalwood and amber softens and sweetens it, with an aquatic, synthetic tone running through.

Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it reads as a quiet scent that stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it sits truly in between. Montblanc Starwalker and Joop! Nightflight have a close profile.