Jil Sander 1989 EDT

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Feeling Man

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Jil Sander Feeling Man is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1989. Feeling Man opens with Anise, Green Notes, Fruity Notes, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Canadian Fir Balsam, Cyclamen, Jasmine, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Jil Sander's Feeling Man carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This 80s powerhouse is a cult classic, deeply missed by many. It's a complex, warm, and distinctly masculine scent that effortlessly blends fruity sweetness with a rich, tobacco-laced backbone. Discontinued, but still highly sought after.
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  • Woody
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Masculine
  • Sweet
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Feeling Man 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with its warm, rich profile, make it ideal for date nights and formal events where it can truly shine. While versatile enough for casual wear, its depth might be a bit much for the office or sport.

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
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Feeling Man opens with a vibrant, fruity zest, carried by juicy raspberry and green notes, softened by a touch of lavender. As it settles, a sophisticated heart of Canadian fir balsam and jasmine emerges, providing an aromatic depth. The dry-down reveals a masterful blend of creamy sandalwood, smoky tobacco, and earthy patchouli, grounded by warm amber and a hint of sweet tonka bean.

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