Need a Name
26 ratings
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Francesca Dell'Oro Need a Name is a men's fragrance that sets bright citrus against a green, woody backdrop, with a fresh, floral character overall.
Skunky's take: A fresh breeze, my nose just got some air.
How does it perform?
From 25 community ratings, all out of 10.
Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.
People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.
Sits nicely on a shelf.
The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.
Blind buy risk
85% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Top notesfirst 15 minutes
Heart notesfirst few hours
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Fresh
- Citrus
- Floral
- Green
- Fruity
- Spicy
- Woody
What does Need a Name smell like?
Mandarin orange, lemon and grapefruit open it with a sparkling citrus note, while cardamom adds a spicy edge. In the heart, Atlas cedar, jasmine sambac absolute, green leaves and black pepper give it a green, floral and woody face. The base of musk, vanilla and amber softens it and adds a light sweetness.
Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the vote counts are small, so treat those ratings with caution. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with few choosing winter. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, followed by the office. Voters split between masculine and feminine, with masculine slightly ahead.
How it changes through the day
First minutes
- Mandarin orange
- Lemon
- Grapefruit
First hours
- Atlas cedar
- Jasmine sambac absolute
- Green leaves
Towards evening
- Musk
- Vanilla
- Amber
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- 32%Spring
- 29%Autumn
- 26%Summer
- 12%Winter
- Casual26%
- Daytime24%
- Office20%
- Evening15%
- Nighttime13%
Least picked for nights out.
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