331 community ratings

Derby (2005)

Name: Derby (2005)
Brand: Guerlain

Perfumer: Jean-Paul Guerlain

2005MenClassic

8.2/ 10

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Guerlain Derby is a chypre-leaning men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of orange and bergamot against a dark base of leather, patchouli and forest soil; it has been discontinued.

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Skunky's take: When coat weather arrives, this bottle comes off the shelf.

How does it perform?

From 252 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

8.5 /10

Sprayed at breakfast, still around at dinner.

Sillage

7.8 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle

7.7 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money

7.1 /10

Most people feel it is worth the price.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

87% 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

Orange Bergamot

Heart notesfirst few hours

Spices Carnation

Indian woods

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Leather Patchouli

Forest soil

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Floral
Green
Spicy
Woody
Earthy
Leathery

What does Derby (2005) smell like?

The opening is led by orange and bergamot, giving it a bright citrus start. In the heart, spices, carnation and Indian woods add a floral and woody middle. The base of leather, patchouli and forest soil pulls the scent in an earthy, leathery direction, while the green side stays in the background.

Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is chosen most for nights out and evenings, though it also suits work and daily wear. Half of voters call it masculine, and a third call it classic. Guerlain Coriolan and Hermès Equipage have a close profile.