Bang
woody up front, then soft spicy, settling into aromatic.
About
Bang by Marc Jacobs is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. Bang was launched in 2010. Bang was created by Ann Gottlieb and Yann Vasnier. Top notes are Pink Pepper and Pepperwood™; middle note is Woodsy Notes; base notes are Vetyver, Elemi resin, Benzoin, oak moss and Patchouli. Fragrant explosion…
Noses: Yann Vasnier · Ann Gottlieb
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Marc Jacobs picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Bang smell like?
woody up front, then soft spicy, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: woody, soft spicy, aromatic.
What notes are in Bang?
Top: Pink Pepper, Pepperwood™. Heart: Woodsy Notes. Base: Vetyver, Elemi resin, Benzoin, oak moss, Patchouli.
How long does Bang last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Bang loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Bang best for?
Fall is the top pick (36%). Winter is second at 32%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Bang?
Day wear leads at 55%. Night is a secondary pick at 45%.
Is Bang for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 62% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Bang?
Composed by Yann Vasnier and Ann Gottlieb. Released in 2010.
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