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1990 Year 1988
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Our Verdict - Photo
This 90s powerhouse is a divisive blast from the past. For some, it's a 'holy grail' of masculine freshness and confidence, a clean and spicy aromatic with 'cool sweetness'. For others, it's simply 'outdated', 'pedestrian', or even 'smells like wax in a church'. Prepare for a strong opinion, one way or the other.
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Our Verdict - Colors de Benetton Man
This 80s relic is seriously divisive. Some find it a clean, nostalgic barbershop scent, a cheapie gem with surprising projection. Others decry it as dated, cloying, and frankly, obnoxious. You'll either love its vintage charm or run screaming.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12% 13%
Floral 21% 19%
Fruity 1% 3%
Green 10% 15%
Sweet 18% 17%
Warm 13% 11%
Woody 12% 19%
Earthy 11% 7%
Animalic 5% 2%
Fresh 20% 23%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
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Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 23% vs 22%
Lemon 15% vs 24%
Bergamot 14% vs 18%
Shared Notes
Carnation 17% vs 17%
Rose 15% vs 13%
Jasmine 14% vs 14%
Cyclamen 12% vs 15%
Shared Notes
Benzoin 11% vs 13%
Sandalwood 10% vs 14%
Patchouli 10% vs 12%
Cedar 10% vs 15%
Amber 10% vs 14%

Accords

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100%
Aromatic
100%
93%
Woody
93%
84%
Floral
60%
81%
Citrus
76%
74%
Warm Spicy
55%
72%
Aldehydic
70%
Amber
52%
69%
Lavender
55%
67%
Fresh
50%
61%
Fresh Spicy
65%
Vanilla
54%
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
93%
93%
Floral shared
84%
60%
Citrus shared
81%
76%
Warm Spicy shared
74%
55%
72%
Amber shared
70%
52%
Lavender shared
69%
55%
Fresh shared
67%
50%
Fresh Spicy shared
61%
65%
54%

Performance

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Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

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Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold nature and strong sillage, particularly in vintage formulations, push it away from an everyday office scent. However, its clean and sophisticated aromatic profile makes it suitable for formal settings and a confident choice for dates and social casual wear, with many reviewers praising its versatile masculinity.

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Seasons

Best For:
Summer Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Given its strong projection and potentially 'dated' profile, this isn't ideal for formal or close-quarters office wear. It's best suited for casual outings, especially during warmer months, where its fresh yet prominent character can be appreciated without overwhelming. Its longevity makes it versatile for a full day out.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
95%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
91%
Accord
92%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Citrus accords and Lavender, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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