Atkinsons 1992 EDT

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Poivre

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Atkinsons Poivre is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1992. Poivre opens with Marigold, Pepper, Blackcurrant, and Tarragon, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Carnation, Mimosa, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Iris, and Vanilla. Atkinsons's Poivre carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A confident, edgy, and unforgettable blast from the past. This isn't delicate; it's a statement piece, perfect for those who crave a distinctive, assertive scent.
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  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Edgy
  • Playful
  • Energetic
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Poivre 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall

Its fresh spicy, aromatic and floral composition leans towards autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its bold and assertive nature, driven by prominent spicy accords, leans more towards evenings out than everyday office wear. However, its complex dry down gives it enough versatility for casual and some formal settings, with reviewers highlighting its suitability for a 'libertine lifestyle'.

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

  • Eugenol from Nutmeg
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

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

Atkinsons Poivre kicks off with a bold, peppery blast, brightened by tart blackcurrant and the green nuances of tarragon and marigold. The heart unveils a spicy floral bouquet, where carnation and nutmeg add a warm, piquant edge to lush jasmine and mimosa. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of earthy oakmoss, creamy sandalwood, and soft orris, underpinned by a hint of vanilla for subtle sweetness. It's truly a complex, aromatic journey.

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