Frapin 2017 EDP

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Isle of Man

by Aliénor Massenet

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Frapin Isle of Man is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Aliénor Massenet. Isle of Man opens with Bitter Orange, Grapefruit, and Basil, settles into a heart of Salt, Violet, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, and Vetiver. Frapin's Isle of Man carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A smooth, subtle, and creamy vetiver that's surprisingly divisive. Some find it a relaxed, salty-woody gem, others a generic, underperforming disappointment. Definitely try before you buy to see which side you land on.
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  • Calm
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
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Isle of Man Eau de Parfum 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:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for close-quarters like the office, while its fresh, clean character works for casual and daytime wear. It's too subtle for a formal evening, but the unique salty-woody blend could make for an interesting, understated date scent.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a bright, realistic burst of bitter orange and grapefruit, softened by a touch of green basil. This quickly settles into a unique heart where a gentle marine saltiness mingles with delicate violet and freesia. The dry down is a creamy, well-blended vetiver and woody base, rounded out by a soft musk that gives it a subtle, skin-like warmth.

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