Brocard 2019 EDT

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5 O'Clock

by Olivier Cresp , Wessel-Jan Kos

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Brocard 5 O'Clock is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2019, created by Olivier Cresp and Wessel-Jan Kos. Brocard's 5 O'Clock carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly divisive brew, 5 O'Clock by Brocard is either your perfect afternoon tea or a disaster of antiseptic and burning tyres. Definitely try before you buy, as skin chemistry is a major player here.
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  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Sweet
  • Clean
  • Calm
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5 O'Clock 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:
Summer Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

With moderate longevity and sillage, it is versatile enough for casual wear, often described as comforting and even a bedtime scent. While some find it suitable for dates or office, its gourmand leanings make it less ideal for formal settings.

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
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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 zesty burst of bergamot and lemon, this scent quickly introduces a comforting black tea accord. As it settles, delicate florals of lily of the valley and freesia emerge, softened by the aromatic touch of lavender. The base deepens into a cosy embrace of vanilla, tonka bean, and a clean musk, creating a sweet and subtly creamy dry down reminiscent of lemon cookies and warm beverages.

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