The Perfume Library

G-man (Eau de Cologne)

7.6

Gainsboro · 1971

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Cologne

Gainsboro G-man Eau de Cologne is a classic-leaning masculine scent that links a fresh opening of neroli, lavender and lemon to a smoky, woody base of vetiver, patchouli and leather. The top pairs neroli, lavender, lemon and bergamot for a citrus freshness, sharpened by clary sage and aldehydes. The heart of angelica, geranium and frankincense turns floral and green. In the base, vetiver, leather and patchouli lead, with moss and sandalwood leaving a chypre, woody finish. Half of the voters read it as masculine, and a third call it classic. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, though winter and summer also get votes. Leisure, daily wear and business come out on top. Henry M. Betrix City and Lanvin for Men have a close profile.

Exception (Eau de Toilette)

8.2

Gainsboro · 1987

Floral · Green · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Gainsboro Exception Eau de Toilette is a classic-leaning men's scent that moves from a floral, green start into a sweet, woody and resinous base; it has been discontinued. It opens with lemon, bergamot, lavender and thyme, fresh and herbal. In the heart, geranium, iris, peach and rose add a soft floral and fruity touch. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, benzoin and vanilla settles into a sweet, powdery warmth, with spicy and smoky tones staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring next, and votes are spread fairly evenly across evening, daily and leisure wear. It reads masculine and classic. Karl Lagerfeld KL Homme and Hervé Léger Hervé Léger have a close profile.

Gainsboro · 1972

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gainsboro