Halston 1976 EDC

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1-12

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Halston 1-12 is a Cologne launched in 1976. 1-12 opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Pine, Jasmine, Lavender, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Oakmoss. Halston's 1-12 carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

A divisive but undeniably classic green fougere that screams '70s swagger. For the price, it's a steal if you appreciate its soapy, aromatic charm, but don't expect modern appeal or beast-mode performance from current formulations.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
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1-12 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:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its clean, soapy nature makes it versatile for casual wear and suitable for a relaxed office. However, its vintage barbershop scent might be too 'old-school' for formal events or modern date nights, and it's not well-suited for sport due to its profile and moderate performance.

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
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • 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

Halston 1-12 opens with a rush of sharp green notes, bright citrus, and aromatic basil, immediately evoking a fresh, clean barbershop vibe. The heart introduces a classic fougere blend of lavender and pine, underpinned by juniper and a hint of spicy carnation. It eventually settles into a rich, mossy base of oakmoss and cedar, softened by amber and a touch of vanilla, maintaining a distinctly clean, soapy character throughout.

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