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Stetson

Stetson Original (1981) / Stetson (Cologne)

Perfumer: Symrise

1981MenClassic
7.4/ 10
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Stetson Original / Stetson is a classic-leaning men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a green, powdery, woody body; it has been discontinued.

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How does it perform?

From 40 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
6.7 /10

Keeps you company for a few hours, a quick refresh fits nicely.

Sillage
6.3 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle
6.1 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Value for money
8.4 /10

Most people feel it is worth the price.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

81% 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

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Fresh
  2. Citrus
  3. Floral
  4. Green
  5. Sweet
  6. Spicy
  7. Woody
  8. Powdery

What does Stetson Original (1981) / Stetson (Cologne) smell like?

Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter close behind. It is worn mostly for leisure and daily use, and also for evenings and the office. Voters mostly call its character masculine and classic.

Bergamot, lemon and lavender give a cool, bright start, with clary sage and lime reinforcing it. In the heart, geranium, vetiver, cedar and orris root build a green, earthy, powdery base. Honey, vanilla, tonka bean and amber add sweetness at the end and soften the whole. Lacoste Original and Gucci pour Homme have a close profile.

How it changes through the day

  1. First minutes

    • Bergamot
    • Lemon
    • Lavender
  2. First hours

    • Geranium
    • Vetiver
    • Jasmine
  3. Towards evening

    • Musk
    • Amber
    • Tonka bean

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 32%
    Autumn
  • 29%
    Spring
  • 24%
    Winter
  • 15%
    Summer
  • Casual
    28%
  • Daytime
    21%
  • Evening
    19%
  • Office
    16%
  • Nighttime
    12%

Least picked for nights out.

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