{"product_id":"michael-malul-esquire-cartoonist-fragrance-samples","title":"Michael Malul Esquire Cartoonist Fragrance Samples | Authentic Decants (3ml, 5ml, 10ml)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bfc-product-description {\n    color: #222;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.7;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description p {\n    margin: 0 0 16px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description h2 {\n    margin: 28px 0 12px;\n    font-size: 22px;\n    line-height: 1.3;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description h3 {\n    margin: 20px 0 8px;\n    font-size: 17px;\n    line-height: 1.4;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description ul {\n    margin: 8px 0 16px;\n    padding-left: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description li {\n    margin-bottom: 5px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details {\n    margin: 22px 0 28px;\n    padding: 18px 20px;\n    background: #f7f7f7;\n    border: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n    border-radius: 4px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details ul {\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 0;\n    list-style: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details li {\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 7px 0;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #e4e4e4;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details li:last-child {\n    border-bottom: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion {\n    margin-top: 26px;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #d9d9d9;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion details {\n    margin: 0;\n    border-top: 1px solid #d9d9d9;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion summary {\n    position: relative;\n    padding: 18px 44px 18px 2px;\n    color: #111;\n    font-size: 17px;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    line-height: 1.4;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    list-style: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion summary::after {\n    content: \"+\";\n    position: absolute;\n    top: 50%;\n    right: 8px;\n    transform: translateY(-50%);\n    font-size: 24px;\n    font-weight: 400;\n    line-height: 1;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion details[open] summary::after {\n    content: \"−\";\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion-content {\n    padding: 0 4px 22px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-disclaimer {\n    font-size: 13px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    color: #555;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 767px) {\n    .bfc-product-description {\n      font-size: 15px;\n    }\n\n    .bfc-product-description h2 {\n      font-size: 20px;\n    }\n\n    .bfc-product-details {\n      padding: 15px 16px;\n    }\n\n    .bfc-accordion summary {\n      padding-top: 16px;\n      padding-bottom: 16px;\n      font-size: 16px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bfc-product-description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEsquire Cartoonist by Michael Malul\u003c\/strong\u003e is a playful, fresh Eau de Parfum created in collaboration with Esquire and perfumer Stephanie Hakes. Bright aldehydes, juicy pineapple, and cool mint leaf create an energetic opening before ginger, geranium, and Portlandia introduce a spicy-green floral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAs Cartoonist develops, cedarwood, resinous elemi, and earthy patchouli give the fragrance a warmer, grounded finish. The result is fresh and colorful without becoming overly sweet, balancing fruit, aromatics, spice, and woods in a distinctive composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eEsquire Cartoonist sample\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003etravel-size decant\u003c\/strong\u003e is an easy way to experience the fragrance on skin before committing to a full bottle, while also providing a convenient size for travel, work, or everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-product-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Esquire Cartoonist by Michael Malul\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eau de Parfum\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh \/ Fruity \/ Aromatic \/ Woody\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfumer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephanie Hakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Michael Malul × Esquire Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sample and travel-size decants\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion\"\u003e\n\n```\n\u003cdetails open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eFragrance Notes\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eTop Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFresh Aldehydes\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eJuicy Pineapple\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMint Leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eHeart Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGinger Zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGeranium\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePortlandia\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eBase Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCedarwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eElemi\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePatchouli\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWhat Does Esquire Cartoonist Smell Like?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCartoonist opens bright and lively, combining sparkling aldehydes with juicy pineapple and the cooling green character of mint leaf. The opening feels fresh and animated rather than heavy or syrupy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eGinger adds a crisp spicy edge through the heart while geranium and Portlandia contribute an aromatic floral quality. Cedarwood, elemi, and patchouli gradually give the fragrance more depth, creating a woody and earthy foundation beneath the brighter opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe overall scent profile is fresh, fruity, aromatic, and woody with an intentionally playful character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003ePerformance and Best Occasions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCartoonist's combination of fresh aldehydes, mint, fruit, aromatics, and woods makes it particularly approachable for daytime wear, casual settings, work, travel, and warmer weather. Its woody base also gives it enough structure to transition into evenings or cooler conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eLongevity, projection, and sillage can vary depending on skin chemistry, application, climate, and environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWhy Try an Esquire Cartoonist Sample?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA Cartoonist sample allows you to experience how its unusual combination of aldehydes, pineapple, mint, ginger, floral aromatics, and woody notes develops on your own skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eSampling is especially useful with a fragrance like Cartoonist because its bright opening and woody drydown can feel noticeably different as the fragrance develops. A travel-size decant also offers a convenient way to wear the fragrance repeatedly before deciding whether a full bottle belongs in your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eAvailable Sizes and Estimated Sprays\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3ml Sample:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25–30 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5ml Travel Spray:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 40–50 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10ml Travel Spray:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 85–100 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30ml:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 250–300 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eSpray counts are estimates and may vary slightly depending on the atomizer and how each spray is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eAuthenticity and Decanting\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEach Esquire Cartoonist decant sold by Bluegrass Fragrance Company is transferred from an authentic original bottle. The fragrance is not diluted, reformulated, or intentionally altered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eEach order is hand-filled into a glass atomizer and carefully packaged for convenient application, storage, and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOrders are normally processed within 2–3 business days unless otherwise stated and ship from Kentucky through USPS or UPS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eYour tracking number may be created before your order is hand-filled and packaged. Carrier tracking may not update immediately after the tracking number is issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eFree U.S. shipping is available on qualifying orders over $100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eAre these authentic Michael Malul Esquire Cartoonist samples?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Bluegrass Fragrance Company transfers the fragrance from an authentic original Michael Malul bottle into independent sample and travel-size atomizers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhat does Esquire Cartoonist smell like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt is a fresh, fruity, aromatic, and woody fragrance. Pineapple, mint, and aldehydes provide the bright opening, while ginger and geranium lead into cedarwood, elemi, and patchouli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eIs Esquire Cartoonist sweet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt has fruity sweetness from pineapple, but the mint, aldehydes, ginger, aromatic florals, and woody base keep the fragrance from reading as purely sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eIs Esquire Cartoonist good for warm weather?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIts bright aldehydes, pineapple, mint, and aromatic character make it especially well suited to spring and summer wear, although personal preference and climate will influence when it works best for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eIs Esquire Cartoonist good for the office?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIts fresh and polished profile can work well in office and daytime environments when applied appropriately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhat is a fragrance decant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA fragrance decant is authentic fragrance transferred from the original manufacturer's bottle into a smaller independent atomizer. It provides a practical way to sample or travel with a fragrance without purchasing the full retail bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eIs Esquire Cartoonist diluted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The fragrance is transferred directly from the authentic original bottle and is not diluted, reformulated, or intentionally altered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eIs the original Michael Malul bottle included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for an independently prepared sample or travel-size decant. The original Michael Malul retail bottle and manufacturer packaging are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eIs Esquire Cartoonist suitable for travel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The smaller decant sizes are designed to make carrying and applying the fragrance more convenient while traveling or during daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eIndependent Retailer Disclaimer\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content bfc-disclaimer\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBluegrass Fragrance Company is an independent fragrance decanting business and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or licensed by Michael Malul, Esquire, or their trademark owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eBrand names and trademarks are used solely to identify the authentic fragrance being offered. The original fragrance is independently transferred and repackaged by Bluegrass Fragrance Company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n```\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Michael Malul","offers":[{"title":"3ml Sample","offer_id":47085071073501,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5ml Travel Spray","offer_id":47085071106269,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10ml Travel Spray","offer_id":47085071171805,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5264\/7901\/files\/Esquire-Cartoonist-Product-01-1_df0fb678-7c01-4475-b5ef-2bcd815a4cb8.jpg?v=1764954579","url":"https:\/\/bluegrassfragrance.com\/products\/michael-malul-esquire-cartoonist-fragrance-samples","provider":"Bluegrass Fragrance Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}