- Icon Alfred Dunhill for men:
main accords
aromatic
fresh spicy
citrus
woody
warm spicy
earthy
white floral
green
lavender
floral
In early 2015, British fashion house Dunhill—under the helm of its new Creative Director, John Ray—unveiled a new men’s fragrance. TitledIcon, the scent was crafted by renowned perfumer Carlos Benaim, who described it thus:
“Iconis the ultimate embodiment of effortless refinement. It distills Dunhill’s rich, classic heritage into a luxurious olfactory experience, while infusing a subtle yet distinct touch of modernity. The man who wearsIconis the epitome of masculine sophistication—a true gentleman.”
一.Pros
1.Stylish and heavy bottle
2.Unique and interesting scent
3.Quality juice with good performance
4.Masculine and manly fragrance
5.Fresh and bright opening with candied citrus notes
6.Citrus-fruity, soapy-fresh-clean scent
7.Compliment magnet
8.Suitable for any age and occasion
二.Cons
1.May not be suitable for everyone's taste
2.Vague reminder of grape soda for some
3.Not as good as expected from the hype
4.Some similarities to other perfumes
5.Lacks complexity or depth for some
6.Generic and synthetic vibe
7.Disappointing and bland fragrance for some
8.Overpriced for the quality
Olfactorily,Iconfalls into the aromatic-woody family. Its opening bursts with the crisp freshness of bergamot and neroli absolute, leading to a heart notes that blend the warm spiciness of black pepper, the herbaceous softness of lavender, and the aromatic depth of cardamom. This composition rests on a robust woody base, anchored by smoky oud, earthy vetiver, smooth leather, and lush oak moss.
For the fragrance’s campaign, acclaimed actor Andrew Cooper fronts the visuals, captured through the lens of legendary photographer Annie Leibovitz.Iconis presented in a substantial, heavy-metal bottle, available as 50ml and 100ml Eau de Toilette.
Perfume Pyramid
Top Notes
1.Neroli 2.Bergamot 3.Black Pepper 4.Petitgrain
Middle Notes
1.Black Pepper 2.Lavender 3.Cardamom 4.Juniper Berries 5.Sage
Base Notes
1.Vetiver 2.Oakmoss 3.Iris 4.Leather 5.Agarwood (Oud)
