Bijan 1987 EDP

M £ Acquired

Men

by Claudette Belnavis

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Bijan Men is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1987, created by Claudette Belnavis. Men opens with Fruity Notes, Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Amber, Sandalwood, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Cedar, and Vetiver. Bijan's Men carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Bijan Men is pure 80s powerhouse, and it's a divisive one. You'll either love its unapologetic, complex blend of moss and spice, or you'll find it an overwhelming, dated monstrosity. Handle with caution, and maybe check the batch code if you're chasing that vintage oakmoss glory.
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Men 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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

This is a beast mode fragrance with strong projection and longevity, making it unsuitable for most office environments where it could easily overwhelm. Its complex, rich nature lends itself better to formal events or cooler weather casual wear, while a date night application needs to be light-handed. It's far too heavy for sport.

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
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Bijan Men punches hard from the off with an aromatic blast of lavender, pine, and zesty citrus, spiced up with nutmeg and rosemary. The heart unfurls into a rich, powdery floral tapestry of rose, iris, and jasmine, warmed by clove and cinnamon, while amber and sandalwood add depth. The grand finale is a robust, leathery embrace, sweetened by honey and vanilla, underpinned by earthy vetiver, patchouli, and a hefty dose of oakmoss.

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