Azzaro 1978 EDT

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Azzaro pour Homme

by Gérard Anthony , Richard Wirtz

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Azzaro Azzaro pour Homme is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1978, created by Gérard Anthony and Richard Wirtz. Azzaro pour Homme opens with Caraway, Bergamot, Lemon, and Iris, settles into a heart of Cedar, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Oakmoss. Azzaro's Azzaro pour Homme carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is the definitive old-school men's fragrance - a barbershop classic that's been around since 1978 and still commands respect. It's unapologetically masculine and carries an aura of vintage sophistication, though some find it a bit too dated or sharp. A divisive gem, but a masterpiece to its loyal fans.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Warm
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Azzaro pour Homme 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:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its formal and distinctly masculine aromatic-woody profile makes it ideal for formal settings and dates, though some find it acceptable for casual wear. Reviews mention its impressive sillage and longevity, suggesting a cautious hand for office use where it might be too prominent.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, COUMARIN, CITRAL, EUGENOL, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CINNAMAL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, BENZYL BENZOATE, ANISE ALCOHOL \[C0780F\].

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Azzaro pour Homme opens with a brisk, aromatic burst of lavender and star anise, brightened by citrus and herbaceous basil for that classic barbershop freshness. As it settles, a woody heart of vetiver and sandalwood emerges, deepened by earthy patchouli and spicy cardamom. The base reveals a rich, animalic leather softened by oakmoss, musky amber, and a touch of sweet tonka bean, delivering a profoundly masculine and clean dry-down.

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