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Brut 1964 EDT

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Original

by Karl Mann

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Brut Original is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1964, created by Karl Mann. Original opens with Anise, Bergamot, Lemon, and Orange Blossom, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Geranium, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Brut's Original carries a Statement verdict, a aromatic-led wear.

The definitive barbershop fougère, Brut Original is timeless, affordable, aromatic, and instantly recognizable. Its clean, spicy-green profile is a comfort scent and a rite of passage for generations of men.
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  • Confident
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Fresh
Original Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Fresh Spicy
95%
Green
80%
Woody
70%
Powdery
60%
Sweet
50%

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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
Also Works:
Summer

The aromatic and green freshness, combined with spicy and powdery undertones, make Brut Original ideal for spring and fall. The herbal and floral opening is uplifting in cool air, while the woody-powdery drydown can feel a bit soft in winter or overly heavy in hot summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Brut Original is a safe, versatile, and non-intrusive scent for casual and office settings, evoking cleanliness and confidence. Its moderate projection and classic style make it less suited for formal or sports occasions, and its vintage barbershop vibe is more about daily wear than seduction.

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Brut Original opens with a brisk, aromatic blend of lavender, anise, basil, and citrus that evokes a freshly-shaved barbershop chair. The heart is lush and floral, led by geranium and a touch of ylang-ylang, riding on a green, fern-like freshness. As it dries down, powdery coumarin and mossy woods create a smooth, subtly sweet base with sandalwood, musk, and a trace of vanilla. The effect is clean, slightly soapy, and warmly masculine, with a nostalgic comfort that lingers close to the skin.

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