Alfred Dunhill 2016 Edp

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Icon Elite

Alfred Dunhill Icon Elite is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. The fragrance opens with Cardamom, Bergamot, Lime, and Bitter Orange, settles into a heart of Juniper, Pepper, Vetiver, and Sage, and dries down to a base of Labdanum, Suede, Sandalwood, and Ebony.

Our verdict on Icon Elite: Statement

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.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Masculine
  • Warm
  • Clean
  • Confident
Icon Elite Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20%
Floral 2%
Fruity 2%
Green 14%
Sweet 7%
Warm 21%
Woody 30%
Earthy 12%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
75%
Warm Spicy
73%
Citrus
67%
Fresh Spicy
58%

Notes

Top Notes

Cardamom 31% Bitter Orange 26% Bergamot 22% Lime 21%

Heart Notes

Vetiver 31% Pepper 27% Sage 22% Juniper 20%

Base Notes

Ebony 30% Sandalwood 27% Suede 26% Labdanum 17%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Date Casual Formal

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.

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About

Dunhill Icon Elite opens with a bright, spicy kick of cardamom and bitter orange, tempered by fresh bergamot and lime. This quickly gives way to a sophisticated heart of aromatic juniper, sharp pepper, earthy vetiver, and clean sage. The dry down settles into a warm, inviting blend of rich labdanum, smooth suede, creamy sandalwood, and deep ebony wood, creating a woody-spicy fragrance with a touch of gentle leather.

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