The Perfume Library

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7.9

Dunhill · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dunhill Icon is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, its green and spicy side resting on a woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it leans towards daily wear and the office. Most call its character masculine, with a strong classic streak. It opens with Italian bergamot, petitgrain, black pepper and neroli absolute. Juniper berry, cardamom, Provençal lavender and sage in the heart keep it airy, herbal and lightly spiced. Vetiver, leather, iris, oud and oakmoss in the base settle it into a calm, woody finish. Stefano Ricci Firenze and Penhaligon's Juniper Sling have a close profile.

Desire for a Man (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Dunhill · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill Desire for a Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, sweet fragrance for men that pairs neroli, apple and green lemon with a woody warmth of teakwood and patchouli; it has been discontinued. It opens fresh and citrusy with neroli, apple, green lemon and bergamot, with a light fruity edge. Teakwood, rose and patchouli form a floral, woody heart, and labdanum, musk and vanilla sweeten the base into an oriental warmth. There is a spicy, slightly synthetic texture throughout. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards daily and leisure wear, with evening and business also suiting it. It reads masculine and modern. Jaguar Classic Gold and Alexandre.J Black Muscs have a close profile.

Century

7.6

Dunhill · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dunhill Century is a fresh, woody men's fragrance led by citrus and spice, suited to daily wear and the office. Bergamot, grapefruit and mandarin orange give it a bright citrus freshness. Cardamom and neroli pull that freshness towards spicy and floral tones, while sandalwood and cypriol lay a woody base. Frankincense and musk soften it, and the green, fresh accords shape the overall feel. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, with fall not far behind. Leisure, business and daily use score almost equally. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters call it masculine and classic. Paul Smith Extreme Men and Dior Cologne Royale have a close profile.

Dunhill Edition (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Dunhill · 1984

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill Edition Eau de Toilette is a discontinued men's fougère that sets a fresh opening of lavender, bergamot and lemon over a woody base of fir and vetiver. Lavender, bergamot, lemon and mace lead, with the citrus and green sides giving a cool, lightly spicy start. In the heart, carnation, geranium and clary sage add a soft floral touch. The base dries down woody with fir, vetiver and cedarwood, and tonka bean sweetens it slightly. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and business wear. Voters mostly call it masculine and classic. Gucci Nobile and Cacharel pour L'Homme have a close profile.

Icon Absolute

7.5

Dunhill · 2015

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Dunhill Icon Absolute is a spicy, smoky men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. It opens with Sicilian bergamot and black pepper, then softens into saffron, Egyptian jasmine and black rose. The base is led by oud, Tuscan leather and tobacco leaf, so the spicy, woody and resinous accords sit on an earthy, leathery foundation. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though some wear it for business or daily use. It reads masculine and classic. Le Labo Oud 27 and Dior Purple Oud have a close profile.

Icon Racing

7.0

Dunhill · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Icon Elite

7.2

Dunhill · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Dunhill Icon Elite is a fresh, green men's fragrance that opens with citrus and spice and settles into a woody, smoky, leathery base; it has been discontinued. The top is a bright citrus opening of bergamot, Kaffir lime, cardamom and Sicilian bitter orange. In the heart, vetiver absolute, sage, black pepper and juniper add a green, spicy edge. The base of labdanum, black suede, sandalwood and ebony pulls it toward woody, smoky and leathery tones. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind, and it leans towards leisure and business wear. It reads masculine and classic. Pierre Guillaume 12 Hyperessence Matale and Chopard Noble Vetiver have a close profile.

Dunhill Fresh (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Dunhill · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill Fresh Eau de Toilette is a fresh men's fragrance that sets the coolness of mint and lavender on a floral, woody base; it has been discontinued. It opens with mint, lavender, basil and sage alongside green notes, giving a bright, herbal start. Mimosa, violet and iris soften the heart. The base settles into a dry, woody footing of vetiver, cedar and oakmoss, with amber and coumarin adding a touch of sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. It reads as masculine, with modern and classic sides as well. Armaf Bois Luxura and Jaguar Classic Motion have a close profile.

Dunhill

8.0

Dunhill · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dunhill Dunhill is a masculine scent that opens fresh with lavender, clary sage and lemon, then deepens into vetiver, sandalwood and leather; it has been discontinued. Most voters wear it in fall and spring, with a fair number choosing winter; summer comes last. It leans towards daily and business use, and also gets votes for evening and nights out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters mostly read its character as masculine and classic. The top notes of lavender, clary sage, geranium and lemon give a bright start. In the heart, iris, rose and jasmine add a floral, powdery softness. The base of vetiver, sandalwood, leather and tonka bean settles into a woody, leathery, lightly sweet finish. Laura Biagiotti Venezia Uomo and Guerlain Samsara have a close profile.

Indian Sandalwood

7.7

Dunhill · 2019

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Dunhill Indian Sandalwood is a sweet, creamy sandalwood scent with a woody, spicy character, made for men and now discontinued. It opens with a light freshness from bergamot, then patchouli and tree moss add an earthy depth at the heart. Sandalwood leads the base, and an oriental warmth, a powdery softness and a creamy texture carry through the whole scent. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind. It sits evenly across evening, leisure and business wear, and most voters read it as masculine and classic. Jōvan Sex Appeal for Men (Cologne) and Dior Patchouli Impérial have a close profile.

X-Centric (Eau de Toilette)

7.5

Dunhill · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill X-Centric Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and lightly spicy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with cardamom, cypress, clary sage, grapefruit and nutmeg, and freesia, rose and lotus bring a soft floral heart. The base of gaiac wood, sandalwood, cedar, patchouli, musk and amber settles into a woody, slightly sweet ground. Aquatic and green touches keep it airy. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is barely chosen. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most voted occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters mostly call it masculine and modern. Its profile is close to Carolina Herrera 212 Men and Burberry Mr. Burberry.

Agar Wood

8.1

Dunhill · 2021

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Dunhill Agar Wood is a sweet, spicy and woody men's fragrance that leans on the smoky warmth of oud and tobacco; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen mainly for evenings and nights out, with leisure and business wear also suggested. Voters call it masculine and classic. It opens with ginger, Nepalese sichuan pepper, salt and Italian bergamot, sharp yet fresh. In the heart, blue cypress, violet leaf, saffron blossom and black iris add a powdery, earthy tone. The base of oud, tobacco, suede and mastic absolute settles into a leathery, resinous, smoky warmth. Sticky Fingers and Golden Boy have a close profile.

Dunhill London (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Dunhill · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill London Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that links a fresh opening of cardamom, apple and bergamot to the sweet, powdery warmth of vanilla and tonka bean; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend spring and fall, and lean towards daily wear, leisure and the office. More than half of voters read it as masculine, and some call it modern. It opens with cardamom, apple and bergamot, which give a fresh, fruity and lightly spicy start. In the heart, geranium, rose and jasmine add a soft floral touch. As it dries, patchouli, sandalwood, musky notes, tonka bean and vanilla settle it onto a woody, sweet and powdery base.

Dunhill Pursuit (Eau de Toilette)

6.7

Dunhill · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill Pursuit Eau de Toilette is a fresh, woody men's scent that sets bergamot, mandarin orange and yuzu against cinnamon, cardamom and pink pepper; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and night out, leisure and business all draw similar support. Voters mostly call it masculine and classic. Citrus leads, then spike lavender and ambrette seed join the spice. The base rests on vetiver, patchouli and white cedarwood, softened by vanilla and sandalwood.

Desire Blue (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Dunhill · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill Desire Blue Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic fragrance for men; it has been discontinued, but it still suits easy spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear, sport and business are the occasions named most often. Most voters call it masculine and modern. It opens with lychee, lotus leaf, bergamot and mandarin orange, a light, fruity freshness. Marine notes, rosewood and orange carry the heart. In the base, musk, benzoin, amber and tonka bean sweeten it slightly and settle it onto a woody footing.

Egyptian Smoke

8.2

Dunhill · 2021

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Dunhill Egyptian Smoke is a sweet, smoky men's fragrance suited to autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick winter and fall, with night outs and evenings leading the occasions. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters read it as masculine and classic. It opens with black tea, pink pepper and ginger for a spicy first impression. In the heart, papyrus and Grasse rose add a soft floral touch. The base of labdanum, vanilla, patchouli and Palo Santo settles into a sweet, resinous, woody warmth. Simone Andreoli Sentosa and Goutal Ambre Sauvage Absolu have a close profile.

Custom

7.3

Dunhill · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dunhill Custom is a fresh, fruity and spicy men's fragrance with citrus and green tones up front; it has been discontinued. It opens with fruity notes and apple, which give it a lightly sweet freshness. Black pepper adds a dry, spicy edge in the heart. In the base, frankincense and cedarwood settle the scent onto a resinous, woody and faintly smoky footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring, and daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Voters mostly call it masculine, with classic and modern close behind. Atelier Flou Monsieur mon Amour and Carthusia 1681 have a close profile.

Moroccan Amber

7.6

Dunhill · 2019

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Dunhill Moroccan Amber is a sweet, spicy oriental for men, with woody, resinous and smoky edges; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Most read it as masculine, though some call it classic. Cardamom opens with spice, saffron sits in the heart, and amber forms a soft, sweet base. Leathery and smoky touches keep that sweetness dry. Its profile is close to Adamo Numero III and Ermenegildo Zegna Passion.

Blend 30 (Eau de Toilette)

8.4

Dunhill · 1978

Citrus · Green · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill Blend 30 Eau de Toilette is a classic men's fragrance that suits fall and winter days, from the office to everyday wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with the brightness of lemon, bergamot, neroli and lavender, while clary sage and rosemary add a sharp, herbal edge. In the heart, geranium, sandalwood and cedarwood build a woody frame. The base of oakmoss, hay and tonka bean closes the chypre character on a warm, earthy, slightly smoky and leathery note. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Daily wear and business lead the occasions, and evening and night out also get votes. It reads masculine and classic. Lancôme Balafre Brun and Coty Route 66 have a close profile.

Amalfi Citrus

7.6

Dunhill · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dunhill Amalfi Citrus is a fresh, citrus-led men's fragrance built around green mandarin orange and lemon, leaning towards warm-weather daytime wear. It opens with green mandarin orange and lemon for a bright citrus start. Cardamom adds a light spice in the heart, while musk lays a soft base. Vetiver leaves a woody, green trace underneath. The overall impression is fresh and floral, with the green and spicy tones staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it suits daily, sport and leisure wear best, with office use also possible. It reads as masculine. Zara #Midsummer Orange Zest and Lacoste Match Point Cologne have a close profile.

Dunhill Black (Eau de Toilette)

6.1

Dunhill · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill Black Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's scent that leans towards spring and summer and suits leisure time, daily wear and the office. Voters place it mostly in spring, then fall and summer, with very few choosing winter. Its longevity is rated moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters read it as masculine, with others calling it classic or modern. It has been discontinued. Nettle opens it, giving a green, fresh start. Jasmine and lavender in the heart add a soft floral touch. The base of suede, Virginia cedar and gaiac wood brings a woody, smoky, leathery footing, while the fruity and sweet accords take the edge off.

Desire Black (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Dunhill · 2014

Citrus · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Dunhill Desire Black Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter, opening with citrus and settling into a resinous, smoky base; it has been discontinued. It opens with petitgrain, grapefruit and bergamot for a fresh citrus layer, with black pepper adding spice. In the heart, saffron, cypress and Turkish rose give a floral, green transition. The base of Somalian frankincense, vetiver and Persian amber leaves a woody, earthy and smoky warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick winter and fall, then spring, and few choose summer. It sits comfortably in both daytime and evening wear and can also be worn at the office. Armaf Evoke Man and Etro Shaal Nur have a close profile.

Desire for a Woman

6.8

Dunhill · 2001

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Dunhill Desire for a Woman is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that suits evenings and nights out; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick it for a night out, evenings and daily wear, with business and leisure use trailing behind. It reads clearly feminine. The top has rosewood, bergamot and magnolia; freesia and rose come forward in the heart. In the base, musk, vanilla and amber sweeten and soften it. The accords run floral, gourmand and powdery, with spice and wood balancing the sweetness. Rochas Tocade and Nez à Nez Bal Musqué have a close profile.

British Leather

7.6

Dunhill · 2019

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Dunhill British Leather is a masculine scent that leans towards autumn and winter days, leisure time and evenings out, reading leather in a green, smoky way. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer a small minority. Leisure, night out and evening are the favoured occasions, while business and daily wear get fewer votes. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters call it masculine and classic. Bergamot opens it with a fresh lift, violet leaf adds a green touch in the heart, and leather takes over the base. Fresh and green accords sit side by side, while spicy, woody, animal and smoky tones harden the leathery character. After the fresh start it settles into a dry, dark leather.