Aramis 1966 EDT

M £ Acquired

Aramis

by Bernard Chant

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Aramis Aramis is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1966, created by Bernard Chant. Aramis opens with Clover, Bergamot, Gardenia, and Myrrh, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Jasmine, Iris, and Cardamom, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Sandalwood. Aramis's Aramis carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This legendary classic is either a cherished emblem of unapologetic masculinity or a dated, urine-soaked relic of a bygone era. It's a divisive powerhouse: love it for its bold, animalic leather and complex herbal chypre, or hate it for its perceived 'old man' smell. One thing's for sure: Aramis isn't subtle.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Masculine
  • Warm
  • Modern
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Aramis Eau de Toilette 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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Formal

Its powerful projection and strong, mature character make Aramis less suited for office or casual wear, where it might overwhelm. However, its sophisticated and bold profile can shine in formal settings or on a robust date night, particularly for older wearers.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

Aramis kicks off with a sharp, aldehydic burst, laced with green, herbal notes like thyme and artemisia. Soon, a rich tapestry of earthy patchouli and moss emerges, underpinned by a prominent, rugged leather accord. Hints of spice and subtle sweetness from amber and coconut round out this deeply aromatic and woody chypre, leaving a lasting, commanding presence.

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