Celine Celine

For Men
Eau de Toilette
Year: 2001
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Fall
Best Season
Evening
Best For

Fragrance Story

Celine by Celine is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. Celine was launched in 2001. The nose behind this fragrance is Annick Menardo. Top notes are Nutmeg, Cinnamon and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Hazelnut, Geranium and Agave; base notes are Cedar, Vetiver Root and Musk.

Composition Profile

fresh spicy 100%
woody 85%
aromatic 70%
nutty 60%
warm spicy 50%
cinnamon 40%
citrus 35%
powdery 30%
musky 25%

About the Perfumer

Annick Menardo

Annick Menardo

Annick Menardo is a French perfumer known for her work at Firmenich and her bold, modern compositions. She often blends gourmand, woody, and leathery accords, creating fragrances that are both striking and wearable. Her portfolio includes the rich, smoky Figment Man for Amouage and the sophisticated, floral-amber Portrayal Woman, as well as the iconic Azzaro Visit.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Nutmeg Nutmeg
Cinnamon Cinnamon
Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Hazelnut Hazelnut
Geranium Geranium
Agave Agave

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Cedar Cedar
Vetiver Root Vetiver Root
Musk Musk
Unique Character

Celine Celine by Celine offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Celine Celine embodies the distinctive style of Celine while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Archetype Archetype: Portrait of Celine Celine

Essence

The one who chooses Celine Celine as their signature fragrance is a seeker of truth, drawn to the quiet power of restraint and intellect. Their essence aligns most closely with the Sage-an archetype defined by wisdom, discernment, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. Unlike the flamboyant Magician or the passionate Lover, the Sage moves through life with measured elegance, valuing depth over spectacle.

This is not a fragrance for those who crave attention; it is for those who command it effortlessly, through presence alone.

Relationships

They do not collect friends; they cultivate them. Their circle is small, each connection forged through shared intellect or mutual respect. They are not cold, but they are selective-intimacy is earned, not given freely. In love, they seek a partner who is both an equal and a challenge, someone who sharpens their mind as much as their heart.

Yet, their relationships are not without friction. Their need for intellectual stimulation can make them impatient with small talk or emotional outbursts. They may unintentionally dismiss feelings as irrational, forgetting that wisdom must also include empathy.

Shadow

Every strength has its inverse, and the Sage’s shadow is the Dogmatist-the one who mistakes their knowledge for absolute truth. When unbalanced, they become rigid, dismissive of perspectives that contradict their own. Their love of reason can turn into arrogance; their discernment into judgment.

They may isolate themselves, believing others cannot match their depth. Solitude, once a refuge, becomes a cage. The very intellect they pride themselves on can blind them to the simple, messy beauty of being human.

Conclusion

Their tastes are deliberate, almost austere in their precision. They favor minimalist design-clean lines, muted tones, fabrics that whisper rather than shout. Their home is a sanctuary of order: books arranged not by color, but by theme; furniture that serves function without sacrificing beauty. They drink black coffee, savor single-origin chocolate, and prefer vinyl records for the ritual of listening.

Philosophy is not an abstract interest but a lived discipline. They read Nietzsche not to impress, but to understand the weight of existence. Stoicism appeals to them-not as a denial of emotion, but as mastery over it. They believe in the power of the mind to shape reality, yet they are not naive; they know that wisdom is a lifelong pursuit, never fully attained.