Mugler
Angel EDP
“Patchouli and chocolate at maximum volume — the perfume that invented gourmand and has no regrets.”
A 1992 watershed by Olivier Cresp and Yves de Chirin for Mugler — the founding fragrance of the modern gourmand category. Patchouli, chocolate, and caramel anchor a famously large pyramid; the original star bottle became as iconic as the scent. Wears strongest in fall and winter, evening-focused.
The take
What works
- ●Created the gourmand category — historical importance you can wear
- ●Nuclear longevity and projection — outlasts most fragrances by hours
- ●Still one of the most recognizable feminines ever launched
Trade-offs
- ●Patchouli-chocolate combo overwhelms many noses
- ●Very heavy — use sparingly and wear with intent
Notes
Top
Cotton Candy
Coconut
Cassis
Melon
Jasmine
Bergamot
Pineapple
Mandarin OrangeMid
Honey
Red Berries
Blackberry
Plum
ApricotJasminePeach
Nutmeg
Caraway
Orchid
Rose
Lily-of-the-ValleyBase
Patchouli
Chocolate
Caramel
Vanilla
Tonka Bean
Amber
Musk
SandalwoodPerformance
When to wear
Occasions
Gender
Featured in
Earned a spot in 1 of our editorial picks
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Angel smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Mugler A*Men (67%), Mugler Angel Muse (65%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.
How long does Angel last?
10+ hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 90/100) with strong projection.
When should you wear Angel?
A winter specialist, evening-leaning. Suited to date night, club, special occasion.
Is Angel worth it?
At $35–$50, fine — with caveats. Created the gourmand category — historical importance you can wear. Nuclear longevity and projection — outlasts most fragrances by hours.
Details
- Perfumer
- Olivier Cresp, Yves de Chirin