Davidoff 1984 EDT

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Davidoff

by Edouard Fléchier

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Davidoff Davidoff is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1984, created by Edouard Fléchier. Davidoff opens with Lemon, Lime, Basil, and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Caraway, Rose, Iris, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Leather, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Castoreum. Davidoff's Davidoff carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This 80s powerhouse is unapologetically masculine, a bold statement scent that screams old-school class and confidence. If you like your fragrances loud, proud, and built to last, you'll love it, but it's not for the faint-hearted.
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  • Bold
  • Confident
  • Masculine
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
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Davidoff 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
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:
Date Formal

With its nuclear performance and assertive character, this is far too loud for the office or sport. It truly shines for formal events and dates, where its sophisticated, bold nature can be appreciated, making a memorable statement.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

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

Davidoff opens with a vibrant, almost brutal blast of sharp citrus - think lime and lemon - quickly joined by aromatic basil and a hint of bitter artemisia. As it settles, a spicy heart of caraway and carnation emerges, intertwined with a rich, animalic leather. The dry down is a deeply satisfying blend of earthy patchouli, oakmoss, and a prominent castoreum, leaving a powerful, lasting impression.

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