Grey Flannel
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 1975 | Year | 1975 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Smokey Fabric For Men
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Which Should You Buy?
Grey Flannel is a true legend, still sparking heated debate decades on. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a divisive green-floral powerhouse for those who dare to be different. Not for the faint-hearted, nor for those who prefer their scents sweet.
Perfume Parlour's budget take on the 1975 classic Geoffrey Beene Grey Flannel - a sharp green galbanum-citrus opening over the star powdery violet-and-iris heart, settling on a mossy, woody base. One reviewer who owns the original calls PP's version a 90% match on the drydown; it captures the vintage, refined green-powdery signature for a fraction of the price.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 17% | 18% |
| Floral | 25% | 25% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 22% | 20% |
| Sweet | 15% | 15% |
| Warm | 3% | 4% |
| Woody | 14% | 15% |
| Earthy | 17% | 16% |
| Animalic | 1% | 0% |
| Fresh | 17% | 18% |
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Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and distinct, 'old money' floral-green character make it less suitable for casual or office wear, where it might be too strong and attention-grabbing. However, its mature, clean, and unique profile makes it excellent for formal events or a sophisticated date, particularly in cooler weather.
Seasons
The green, fresh-floral opening suits spring best, while the mossy-woody powdery base carries it comfortably into autumn and milder winter.
Occasions
Its refined, vintage green-powdery character is highly office- and formal-appropriate, with enough ease for casual daily wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Powdery, Woody accords and Galbanum, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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