Score
83/100
Comme des Garçons
Comme des Garcons 2
1999
“Aldehydes, tea, and ink over incense — CDG's clinical 1999 classic, polarizing on purpose.”

The take
What works
- ●Aldehyde-tea-magazine-page inky weird CdG signature
- ●Innovative excellent longevity unisex
Trade-offs
- ●Clinical avant-garde character polarizes
- ●Reads dated synthetic to modern noses
Notes
Top
Mid
Base
Performance
Longevity
5–7 hoursProjection
Arm's lengthSillage
Soft trailWhen to wear
Spring89%
Summer52%
Fall93%
Winter62%
Day100%
Night56%
Gender
Unisex
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
You might also like
Different scent, similar vibe
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Comme des Garcons 2 smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Comme des Garçons Comme des Garcons 2 Love Hurts (76%), Comme des Garçons Comme des Garcons Happy Pillow (71%), Comme des Garçons Comme des Garcons 2 Silver Words (69%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.
How long does Comme des Garcons 2 last?
5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 65/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Comme des Garcons 2?
Strongest in fall and spring, daytime-leaning.
Is Comme des Garcons 2 worth it?
At this price, yes for this tier. Aldehyde-tea-magazine-page inky weird CdG signature. Innovative excellent longevity unisex.
Details
- Perfumer
- Mark Buxton

















