Alfred Dunhill 2018 EDT

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Desire Blue Ocean

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Alfred Dunhill Desire Blue Ocean is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2018. Desire Blue Ocean opens with Citrus, settles into a heart of Sea Water, and dries down to a base of Patchouli. Alfred Dunhill's Desire Blue Ocean carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A solid, affordable blue scent that's a crowd-pleaser for hot weather. It's often praised for its refreshing citrus and marine notes, though some find its performance a bit fleeting after the initial blast.
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Desire Blue Ocean Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Citrus100%
Heartas listed
Sea Water100%
Baseas listed
Patchouli100%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

This fragrance is a fantastic casual choice, especially in higher heat, due to its fresh, clean aquatic and citrus profile. Its generally lighter projection makes it suitable for office wear, but it lacks the depth for formal events and might be too subtle for a romantic date.

About

Imagine diving into a cool, clear ocean - that's the opening of Desire Blue Ocean. A burst of vibrant citrus invigorates the senses, quickly followed by a bracing, salty marine accord that evokes sea spray. As it settles, a clean, slightly earthy patchouli anchors the aquatic freshness, lending a smooth finish without losing its bright, airy character.

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