In 1994, Comme des Garçons released its very first fragrance, called simply Comme des Garçons.
This perfume surprised everyone because it did not follow traditional perfume-making rules at all.
Instead of using only soft floral or fruity notes, it included unusual spices and resins.
The scent was powerful, complex, and even strange, making people question what perfume could mean.
It was not made to smell pretty but to challenge ideas about fragrance and beauty.
Rei Kawakubo wanted it to be art for the nose, not a simple product.
This first launch created a new direction for perfumes that many people had never imagined.
It showed the world that Comme des Garçons would never play safe in fragrance design.

The Revolutionary Odeur Collection

In 1998, the brand introduced the Odeur collection, which they called “anti-perfumes.”
Odeur 53 and Odeur 71 were two of the strangest scents ever created in perfumery.
They contained notes like metal, dust, photocopier ink, rubber, and even electric sparks.
Instead of smelling sweet or fresh, they smelled like modern life and urban environments.
Some people loved them for being radical, while others found them completely unpleasant and strange.
These perfumes proved that Comme des Garçons was not afraid to confuse or surprise audiences.
The Odeur line became legendary among perfume lovers who appreciated risk-taking and experimentation.
It showed that fragrance could capture concepts and experiences, not only flowers or luxury ingredients.

The Concept of Series Perfumes

In the early 2000s, Comme des Garçons launched a series of perfumes built around one theme.
Each collection explored a single idea, like incense, leaves, synthetic smells, or sweet notes.
For example, the Incense Series captured the mood of spiritual rituals from different cultures.
Kyoto represented Japanese temples, Avignon captured Catholic churches, while Jaisalmer expressed Indian religious traditions.
These perfumes were artistic experiments, focusing on emotional storytelling rather than commercial market success.
They encouraged people to think about scents as memories, feelings, and cultural reflections.
This experimental approach made the Series perfumes highly respected among collectors and fragrance experts worldwide.
They remain a perfect example of Rei Kawakubo’s vision of perfume as intellectual art.

The Popularity of Wonderwood

In 2010, Comme des Garçons released Wonderwood, a fragrance that celebrated wood in every form.
It used strong notes of cedarwood, sandalwood, oud, patchouli, and vetiver to create depth.
Unlike some earlier experimental perfumes, Wonderwood was easier to wear yet still very creative.
The scent was smoky, earthy, and warm, appealing to people who love nature-inspired fragrances.
It was successful because it balanced artistic experimentation with a pleasant and wearable personality.
Many perfume fans consider Wonderwood one of the brand best introductions to unusual perfumery.
It proved that experimental perfume can still become popular without losing originality or depth.
Wonderwood remains a favorite choice for those wanting bold but still wearable fragrance experiences.

The Green Power of Amazingreen

In 2012, Amazingreen was launched as a fragrance inspired by freshness, plants, and green energy.
It mixed unusual notes like palm leaves, green pepper, gunpowder smoke, and dew-covered grass.
The result was a perfume that felt alive, natural, and also strangely explosive at once.
People loved its ability to combine light green freshness with dark smoky undertones.
It reminded wearers of both forests and fireworks, a surprising but unforgettable combination.
The perfume received praise for being adventurous while still keeping a certain enjoyable balance.
Amazingreen became popular with people who wanted something unique yet still pleasant for daily wear.
It showed how Comme des Garçons could transform something simple, like “green,” into experimental brilliance.

The Bold Simplicity of Blackpepper

In 2016, Comme des Garçons released Blackpepper, a fragrance centered almost entirely around black pepper.
It combined spicy pepper with cedarwood, patchouli, musk, and tonka bean for warm richness.
The perfume felt powerful, dark, and sharp, creating a dramatic scent experience for adventurous wearers.
It was unusual because very few perfumes had ever focused so strongly on pepper before.
Critics praised its courage to make a simple ingredient into something intense and memorable.
Some people loved its boldness, while others found it overwhelming and too aggressive.
Either way, it attracted attention and kept Comme des Garçons’ reputation for fearless experimentation alive.
Blackpepper became one of the brand’s most recognizable and daring creations in modern perfumery.