Floris London 1980 EDT

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Elite

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Floris London Elite is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1980. Elite opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Petitgrain, and Cedar, settles into a heart of Lavender, Bay Leaf, and Fir Resin, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Vetiver. Floris London's Elite carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Floris Elite is a divisive time capsule to the 80s, evoking a traditional British barbershop. Some find it a sophisticated, green, and comforting classic, while others dismiss it as an overpriced, mouldy relic with poor performance. You'll either love its stoic charm or hate its 'stink bomb' vibe.
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Masculine
  • Fresh
  • Bold
Elite Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Office Date

Its classic, refined profile makes it suitable for formal settings and professional environments, though some find it too strong for the office. The barbershop clean adds to its versatility, whilst a few users mention wearing it before bed, suggesting decent wearability for evenings and at-home relaxation.

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About

A robust opening of tart grapefruit and crisp juniper sets a distinctly green and aromatic tone, quickly entwining with fresh cedar and petitgrain. The heart reveals a classic barbershop blend of clean lavender and spicy bay leaf, deepened by fir resin. This settles into a rich, earthy base of oakmoss, vetiver, and patchouli, softened by leathery undertones and a hint of warm amber, musk, and more cedar.