Elizabeth Taylor 1989 EDC

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Passion for Men

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Elizabeth Taylor Passion for Men is a Cologne launched in 1989. Passion for Men opens with Fruity Notes, Bergamot, Lemon, and Orange, settles into a heart of Cedar, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Vetiver, and Oakmoss. Elizabeth Taylor's Passion for Men carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive yet beloved '80s classic that either charms with its rich, comforting complexity or alienates with a perceived dated sweetness. It's a powerhouse for some, an intimate skin scent for others, offering luxury at a budget price point. Truly a 'love it or hate it' fragrance.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Romantic
  • Cozy
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Passion for Men Cologne 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With its warm, spicy, and amber accords, this fragrance is best suited for intimate and cooler weather occasions. While some find it an all-day performer, its richness and potential for strong projection make it less ideal for a professional office setting or active casual wear. It truly shines on a date night or during relaxed evenings at home.

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
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Passion for Men opens with a burst of citrus and fruity notes, softened by lavender, quickly giving way to a warm, spicy heart. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and carnation meld with rich woods like sandalwood and cedar, creating an aromatic tapestry. The dry-down is a cosy embrace of amber, vanilla, and musky vetiver, with hints of styrax and benzoin adding a balsamic depth. It's a journey from bright zest to a velvety, spiced comfort.

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