Etienne Aigner 2005 EDT

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Aigner Black for Men

by Ramón Monegal

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Etienne Aigner Aigner Black for Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2005, created by Ramón Monegal. Aigner Black for Men opens with Bergamot, Orange, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Oakmoss, Pine, and Mint, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Tonka Bean, and Styrax. Etienne Aigner's Aigner Black for Men carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is a proper grown-up leather fragrance, though it's certainly divisive. Some find it a timeless, masculine masterpiece; others think it's a bit old-school and harsh. Definitely try before you buy.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Masculine
  • Bold
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Aigner Black for Men 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate performance and sophisticated leather profile make it suitable for evening dates and formal events. While some find it an all-rounder, its depth and warmth lean away from casual daytime or active wear.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT; FRAGRANCE, AQUA/WATER/EAU, LIMONENE, LINANOOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, ISOEUGENOL, FARSENOL, AMYL CINNAMAL, CITRAL

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opens with a brisk, slightly bitter hit of citrus from grapefruit and bergamot, quickly joined by an earthy greenness of pine and oakmoss with a fresh hint of mint. As it settles, a smooth, warm leather emerges, softened by creamy tonka bean and a subtle musk, giving it a sophisticated, slightly smoky depth. It's a journey from fresh to dark, with the leather evolving as the star.

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