Amouage 2016 EDP

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Bracken Man

by Olivier Cresp

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Amouage Bracken Man is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Olivier Cresp. Bracken Man opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Cypress, and Lavender, settles into a heart of Cedar, Sandalwood, Geranium, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Musk and Patchouli. Amouage's Bracken Man carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Bracken Man is a divisive, opinionated take on the classic fougère that, for many, achieves masterpiece status - a spicy, woody, green chameleon that transforms from a potent opening to a rich, warm drydown. Discontinuation has only intensified its cult following.
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  • Bold
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  • Classic
  • Warm
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Bracken Man Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

While many classify it as a barbershop scent, the prominent clove and woody notes, combined with the often-reported strong projection, suggest it's better suited for evenings or cooler weather. It has a versatile luxury that lends itself well to dates and formal events, but can be too much for casual or office wear for some.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Bracken Man opens with a punchy, warm-spicy blend of clove and cypress, brightened by bergamot and lavender. This green forest-floor start settles into a heart of aromatic geranium and rich woods, with cedar and sandalwood bringing creamy depth. The drydown reveals a musky patchouli base, maintaining a damp earthiness while retaining the lingering warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg.

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