Bentley Fragrances 2013 EDT

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Bentley for Men

by Nathalie Lorson

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Bentley Fragrances Bentley for Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Nathalie Lorson. Bentley for Men opens with Bergamot, Pepper, and Bay Leaf, settles into a heart of Woody Notes, Cinnamon, Clary Sage, and Rum, and dries down to a base of Leather, Cedar, Patchouli, and Benzoin. Bentley Fragrances's Bentley for Men carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Bentley for Men is a proper, grown-up boozy-woody fragrance - a bold statement that smells far more expensive than it is. It's a divisive one, some finding it too strong or medicinal, but fans praise its sophisticated, masculine charm and incredible value, often preferring it to its "Intense" counterpart.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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Bentley for Men Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bay Leaf38%
Pepper33%
Bergamot29%
Heartas listed
Rum34%
Cinnamon26%
Woody Notes23%
Clary Sage17%
Baseas listed
Leather30%
Benzoin27%
Patchouli21%
Cedar21%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong rum, woody, and leather accords, plus reviews mentioning its intensity and "choke potential" for others, it's not ideal for the office. It excels in date and formal settings due to its sophisticated, warm character, but is too heavy for sport and can be worn casually if applied lightly in cooler weather.

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

  • Bay laurel Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil from Bay Leaf
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

Bentley for Men opens with a burst of spiced warmth, courtesy of bay leaf and pepper, quickly melding into a rich heart of rum and woody notes, softened by cinnamon and clary sage. The drydown unveils a deep, luxurious blend of leather and cedar, underpinned by earthy patchouli and a touch of balsamic sweetness from benzoin. It's a complex, opulent aroma that evokes a sense of well-aged spirits and fine materials.

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