BORNTOSTANDOUT 2023 EDP

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DGAF

by Christophe Raynaud

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BORNTOSTANDOUT DGAF is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Christophe Raynaud. DGAF opens with Citrus, Bergamot, Violet, and Sage, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, Rose, Pepper, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Balsam, Musk, Amber, and Tonka Bean. BORNTOSTANDOUT's DGAF carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Don't be fooled by the name; this scent might claim not to give a f***, but it’s actually a surprisingly safe, mass-appealing crowd-pleaser. It's a fresh, powdery, woody aromatic that plays it cool and collected without trying too hard, though this means some find it a bit uninspired for its price point.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
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DGAF 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
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 Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean, and moderate sillage makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear, as noted by several reviews. While it possesses a certain sophisticated charm for dates, its lack of strong projection makes it less ideal for formal events or sports.

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
  • 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

Opening with a zing of citrus and crisp sage, this fragrance quickly settles into a soft, powdery violet heart. The fresh spices of pepper mingle with rose and warm sandalwood, while a base of creamy cashmeran, musky amber, and tonka bean provides a clean, comforting finish. It's an understated journey from bright aromatics to a smooth, woody-musk drydown.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 30 September

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