Maison Martin Margiela Tender Defiance

Launched by Maison Martin Margiela in 2026, Tender Defiance is a soft spicy, woody and anis scent that opens with Anise and settles into Amber.

Perfumer: Dominique Ropion

Fragrance pyramid

Top notes

• Anise

Heart notes

• balsam fir
• Licorice

Base notes

• Amber

Main accords

• soft spicy
• woody
• anis
• fresh spicy
• sweet
• aromatic
• conifer
• amber
• fresh
• balsamic

When to wear it

Best seasons: spring, summer. Most worn for: casual wear, nights out.

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• Maison Martin Margiela Afternoon Delight (2024)
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• Maison Martin Margiela Coffee Break (2019)
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