Quick answer: Choose the 100 ml of Mykonos Mayfair if it will be your main scent for autumn and winter. Choose the 50 ml if you are trying a strong extrait for the first time, rotating several fragrances, packing a travel bag or giving a gift. The scent is identical in both sizes, so the decision is about how you will use it.
Mykonos Mayfair has just gained a 50 ml bottle next to the existing 100 ml. That makes the choice a practical one rather than a question of taste. This guide looks at who each size suits, how Mayfair behaves across a wardrobe, and a simple rule you can apply in under a minute. If you want the general version first, our guide to choosing between 50 ml and 100 ml covers the basics.
What you are choosing between
Mayfair is an extrait de parfum with a strong intensity. It is unisex and sits in the citrus and fruity families. The listed seasons are autumn and winter, and the listed occasions are daily wear, evenings and special occasions.
| Layer | Notes |
|---|---|
| Top | Bergamot, orange, raspberry |
| Heart | Caramel, lavender, jasmine |
| Base | Wood, leather, patchouli, sandalwood |
Mykonos describes it as polished and restrained: citrus with a subtle smoky edge, a raspberry that adds depth rather than sweetness, and a leather and wood base. If top, heart and base are new terms, our fragrance notes explained guide sets them out.
The decision rule
Ask one question: will Mayfair be the scent you reach for most often in cool weather? If yes, take the 100 ml. If you are unsure, or Mayfair is one of several scents you rotate, take the 50 ml.
| Your situation | Better size |
|---|---|
| Mayfair is your signature for autumn and winter | 100 ml |
| You rotate several fragrances through the week | 50 ml |
| You have never worn a strong extrait | 50 ml |
| You want a bottle for a travel bag | 50 ml |
| You are giving it as a gift | 50 ml, unless you know it is a favourite |
| You already know you love it | 100 ml |
When the 50 ml makes sense
Trying a strong extrait. Mayfair is rich and concentrated. The caramel in the heart is described by Mykonos as a smooth warmth rather than sweetness, but lavender, leather and patchouli can still feel like a lot if you usually wear light, fresh scents. Patchouli is typically earthy and dark, and leather notes are often dry and slightly smoky. The smaller bottle lets you find out whether that style suits you before you commit to more.
Rotating scents. If you like to change fragrance with the day, a smaller bottle fits that habit. Mayfair works well for evenings and special occasions, so it can sit beside a lighter daytime scent without being worn every day.
Travel and gifting. A 50 ml bottle is easier to slip into a bag, and it makes a more measured gift for someone whose taste you are still learning. You can browse every scent in this size in the 50 ml collection, which lists 59 perfumes.
When the 100 ml makes sense
A true signature. Mayfair is listed for autumn and winter, which is a long stretch of cool days, and it also suits daily wear. If you reach for it on most mornings in those months, a larger bottle means you are not running out mid-season.
You already know the style. If you have worn Mayfair before, or you are confident about a citrus-leather-wood profile, the larger size removes the need to reorder. The 100 ml collection also lists 59 perfumes, so you can compare it with the rest of the range.
One practical point: because Mayfair is a cool-weather scent, a bottle bought for a single season is used in a narrower window. If you would rather not keep a large bottle through the warm months, the 50 ml is the tidier choice.
Fitting Mayfair into a wider wardrobe
Mayfair leans warm and smoky, so it pairs well with scents for the other half of the year. Mykonos Inception is a citrus for him with a moderate intensity, built on bergamot, ginger, neroli and black tea, and it is listed for spring and summer. Mykonos Marbella is a strong floral and fruity scent with passionfruit, frangipani and vanilla, listed for summer.
Both also come in 50 ml and 100 ml. A sensible split is a larger bottle of whichever scent you wear most, and 50 ml bottles for the others. Our guide to a Mykonos perfume wardrobe by season shows how to plan that across the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the scent different in the 50 ml and 100 ml bottles?
No. Both sizes are the same Extrait de Parfum with the same notes. Only the bottle size changes, so you can choose purely on how you plan to use it.
Which size is better for a first-time Mayfair buyer?
The 50 ml is the easier starting point, because Mayfair is a strong extrait with leather, patchouli and wood in the base. If you enjoy it, the 100 ml is there for the next bottle.
Can I wear Mayfair outside autumn and winter?
Autumn and winter are the listed seasons, and that is when its warm, smoky character fits best. Nothing stops you from wearing it on a cool evening in another season, but for warmer months a scent such as Inception or Marbella is the more natural pick.