Clémentine California
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Icon Elite
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly gorgeous, photo-realistic clementine opener that is universally adored. If only that vibrant top note stuck around, this would be a year-round staple. As it stands, it's a fleeting summer dream, perfect for an instant pick-me-up - just be prepared to reapply often.
Dunhill Icon Elite is a divisive woody scent: some find it a sophisticated, underrated gem, while others dismiss it as generic and underwhelming. It's affordable, but its performance is a toss-up - sometimes subtle, sometimes surprisingly long-lasting on clothes.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 19% |
| Floral | 2% | 2% |
| Fruity | 4% | 1% |
| Green | 20% | 13% |
| Sweet | 12% | 6% |
| Warm | 19% | 20% |
| Woody | 29% | 29% |
| Earthy | 6% | 11% |
| Animalic | 0% | 7% |
| Fresh | 20% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its luminous, clean profile and notoriously poor longevity make it perfectly suited for casual wear or the office, where subtlety is key. It's too ephemeral and light for formal events and lacks the depth for a serious date night, but perfect for a quick, refreshing lift before or after sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally refined woody character make it suitable for office wear. While pleasant, it lacks the strong projection often desired for dates or casual outings, though some find it sufficiently elegant for formal settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Citrus accords and Juniper, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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