Maison Martin Margiela
Flying
“Neroli and orange blossom over almond — sophisticated, brief, expensive for the runtime.”
The take
What works
- ●High-quality neroli-orange-blossom opening with creamy-almond drydown
- ●Sophisticated daily wear that doesn't try to be more
- ●Clean and unisex with proper Margiela polish
Trade-offs
- ●Becomes a skin scent within an hour or two
- ●Margiela money for short-legged performance
Notes
Top
Orange Blossom
Bergamot
PetitgrainMid
Neroli Essence
Ylang-Ylang
Almond BlossomBase
Ozonic notes
Musk
MossPerformance
When to wear
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Flying smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Tom Ford Tom Ford Neroli Portofino (75%), Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza (75%), Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Forte (67%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.
How long does Flying last?
4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity at 53/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Flying?
Strongest in summer and spring, daytime-leaning.
Is Flying worth it?
At this price, fine — with caveats. High-quality neroli-orange-blossom opening with creamy-almond drydown. Sophisticated daily wear that doesn't try to be more.