45 community ratings

Oxford Bleu (Eau de Parfum)

2014MenModern

8.2/ 10

Community score
45 ratings

English Laundry Oxford Bleu Eau de Parfum is a fresh men's fragrance built on citrus and green notes, with a powdery sweetness over it and an easy, everyday feel across all four seasons.

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Skunky's take: Starts crisp and lively, my nose approves.

How does it perform?

From 52 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

7.3 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

7.2 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle

7.1 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money

8.5 /10

Easily worth what it costs.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

93% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Floral
Green
Fruity
Sweet
Spicy
Woody

What does Oxford Bleu (Eau de Parfum) smell like?

It opens with lemon, green apple, mint and vervain, so the first impression is cool, green and lightly fruity. In the heart, iris, violet leaf, geranium and tonka bean bring sweetness and a soft, powdery touch. The base of vanilla, vetiver, sandalwood and oakmoss settles the scent into a woody, earthy footing.

Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring first and autumn second, though winter and summer are close behind. It leans towards leisure, evening and daily wear, with some votes for business and sport as well. It reads as masculine.