Icon Elite
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Black Oudh
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
This one is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. If you're into an aggressive, smoky dry-down that lingers for ages, then maybe you'll appreciate this. Otherwise, avoid it like the plague - unless you want to smell like cheap lipstick.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 11% |
| Floral | 2% | 2% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 13% | 6% |
| Sweet | 6% | 9% |
| Warm | 20% | 23% |
| Woody | 29% | 34% |
| Earthy | 11% | 13% |
| Animalic | 7% | 9% |
| Fresh | 17% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
Its overpowering and long-lasting nature makes it completely unsuitable for the office or casual day wear. It leans more towards formal or date settings where a bold, challenging fragrance might be appreciated, but even then, it's a risky choice due to its divisive character.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Aromatic accords and Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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