WS-V-2006

Antidote

2006Men

warm spicy up front, then aromatic, settling into woody.

Antidote by Viktor&Rolf is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Antidote was launched in 2006. Antidote was created by Alienor Massenet and Pierre Wargnye. Top notes are Guatemalan Cardamom, Mint, Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Lavender, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Violet, African Geranium and Freesia; base…

warm spicy aromatic woody fresh spicy

Noses: Pierre Wargnye · Alienor Massenet

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Guatemalan Cardamom, Mint, Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Lavender, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Violet, African Geranium, Freesia
Drydown· 6h+
Incense, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber, Leather, Iris, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Guaiac Wood, Cedar, White Musk, Oakmoss

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

77%

74%

70%

67%

55%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachClose

Fall32%Spring29%Winter29%Summer10%Night51%Day49%Wears male51%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
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.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Antidote smell like?

warm spicy up front, then aromatic, settling into woody. Dominant accords: warm spicy, aromatic, woody.

What notes are in Antidote?

Top: Guatemalan Cardamom, Mint, Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot. Heart: Lavender, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Violet, African Geranium, Freesia. Base: Incense, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber, Leather, Iris, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Guaiac Wood, Cedar, White Musk, Oakmoss.

How long does Antidote last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Antidote loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Antidote best for?

Fall is the top pick (32%). Spring is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Antidote?

Night wear leads at 51%. Day is a secondary pick at 49%.

Is Antidote for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 51% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Antidote?

Composed by Pierre Wargnye and Alienor Massenet. Released in 2006.