Must de Cartier by Cartier

Ah, perfumes from the 80s, so complex, what times I never lived through—I was born in ’92. I agree with those who compare it to Calvin Klein’s Obsession (especially the men’s version), but this one is infinitely better. The scent is more pleasant and natural; Obsession smells very synthetic. When I buy Cartier, I know it’s elegant and high-quality—it never fails! It has a moderate but very noticeable sillage without being overwhelming. It’s perfect for any man, not feminine, truly unisex. Enjoy this work of art!

100% animalic, dense and bold, it’s an explosion on the skin. Definitely a winter scent for me—I have the original in a small bottle and doubt it will ever run out; I can’t handle it. I use it in tiny drops mixed with Narciso Rodriguez for Her, and they blend perfectly. It’s an olfactory bomb. Be careful, it projects a lot. A majestic creation. I don’t know about any reformulation.

It’s very special, spicy and balsamic. It resembles Obsession in the opening, but the development and dry down are very different: Obsession shouts, while Cartier Must whispers sweetly. Obsession feels like getting wrapped in a jar of spices and resins; Must is like gently uncorking something and feeling delicate aromas rise. It’s intimate, close to the skin, delicious. In the heart, I smell chocolate, sweet resins, soft and creamy vanilla, and a talc-like finish reminiscent of expensive old makeup. It reminds me of a very sweet, elegant lady from my childhood, with her makeup, jewelry, stories, and soft voice. I’m fascinated by it, I love it, and I hope it always hugs me.

It’s a very special, spicy, and balsamic perfume. At first, it reminds me of Obsession, but the difference is huge: while Obsession shouts, Cartier’s Must whispers sweetly. It’s like gently opening a jar of spices and resins so the scents rise delicately toward your face, not overwhelming you. It’s an intimate scent that clings to the skin, absolutely delicious. In the heart, I detect chocolate, sweet resins, and a soft, creamy vanilla, finishing with a musky note that smells like expensive vintage makeup. It reminds me of a very elegant, sweet lady from my childhood, with her makeup, jewelry, and melodic voice. I’m fascinated by it, I love it, and I hope it always stays with me.

Interesting first impression, unisex. Seeing it, the amber bottle looking like aged whiskey is intimidating. I sprayed a lot, expecting a bomb and a radioactive punch, but nothing happened. It was strange because it was a soft amber, balsamic, with galbanum, rose, peach, and green notes in constant battle, like a good wine or cheese that takes years to achieve its beauty. Clearly not for kids; it’s for someone mature with refined taste. It might have a hint of Obsession, but only at 5%.

For me, it’s a soft, enveloping, and warm oriental. Born in the 80s for women eager to stand out. It’s complex with great sillage. Today, it’s quite linear and reminds me of other fragrances, even masculine ones, so it can be considered unisex. A sweet aroma that’s not cloying thanks to the green notes. It’s pleasant, elegant, and perfect for cool temperatures and daytime use (with today’s sweeter fragrances, it doesn’t stand out as much). It’s fairly exclusive; advisable to test it on the skin first due to the amber notes that some might not like. A light oriental for classic and formal style.

MUST Exquisite scent: warm, enveloping, and velvety. To my nose, identical to Obsession. It’s an EDT but projects like the best EDP. Very suitable for night, but I’d dare to wear it during the day too, with a discreet amount. Greetings from Chile.

Version: Cartier bottle with red leather implant, splash 50ml (198?-199?). There’s only one fragrance that can stand up to the aromatic-earthly wonders of Chanel 19, and that’s Must by Cartier. An earthy fragrance in the most visceral sense: wet earth, citrus, with timeless complexities. Without a doubt, Mr. Jean-Jacques knows that heaven and hell dwell on earth; you have to cross that tightrope of concepts. Must by Cartier goes beyond gender conventions; for now, I’m stepping onto that tightrope and I firmly believe Must is for me.

I don’t like clichés, but the first thing that came to mind was a perfume for women over 50. It’s a pleasant powdery, old-school scent. I wouldn’t recommend it for a younger woman. However, its quality, compared to the hundreds of fragrances launched daily worldwide, makes us feel nostalgic for such a high level. Well done, Cartier.

Identical to Obsession.