The Perfume Library

17 perfumes

Gendarme (Eau de Cologne)

Gendarme · 1991

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Cologne

Gendarme Eau de Cologne is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick summer and spring, with daily wear, leisure and the office leading the occasions. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. Most voters read it as masculine, though classic and modern are close behind. Lemon, lime and bergamot carry the scent, while jasmine and lilac add a soft floral side and lavender brings a green, lightly spicy touch. The fresh and aquatic accords lead, with a powdery trace in the background. Gendarme Carrière and Lush Dad's Garden Lemon Tree have a close profile.

Grabazzi

7.2

Gendarme · 1995

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gendarme Grabazzi is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance with a floral and spicy side. It opens with citrus notes, pepper and carnation, and jasmine and lavender carry the heart into a floral setting. The base brings musk, lime, bergamot, leather and lilac, while the woody and oriental accords add some weight without losing the fresh feel. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Penhaligon's Quercus and Davidoff Silver Shadow Private have a close profile.

Carrière

7.2

Gendarme · 1996

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gendarme Carrière opens on lemon and lime and reads as a fresh, green-edged fragrance for women. Lemon and lime lead at the top, with bergamot and lavender in the heart. Jasmine and lilac in the base add a soft floral note. Citrus dominates, while the fruity and lightly spicy touches stay in the background of a fougère frame. Longevity is rated weak, so it may need topping up through the day. Its light, airy character suits warm weather and everyday wear. Gendarme Gendarme (Eau de Cologne) and Lush Dad's Garden Lemon Tree have a close profile.

Gendarme V

7.3

Gendarme

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gendarme V is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that reads green, aquatic and lightly powdery. It opens with bright, sharp bergamot, lemon and vervain. In the heart, lemon balm and ylang-ylang add a soft floral touch, while civet gives it a faint animal depth. In the base, vetiver, basil and tonka bean keep the green character going and close the scent on a powdery, slightly sweet finish. Overall it smells clean, aquatic and a little synthetic. Clean Cotton T-Shirt and Farmacia SS. Annunziata Ker have a close profile.