Jil Sander 2007 EDT

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Jil Sander Man

by Annick Menardo , Thierry Wasser

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Jil Sander Jil Sander Man is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2007, created by Annick Menardo and Thierry Wasser. Jil Sander Man opens with Bergamot, Violet, and Lavender, settles into a heart of Vetiver and Sage, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Myrrh, and Russian Leather. Jil Sander's Jil Sander Man carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Jil Sander Man is a surprisingly divisive blind buy. Some find it a masterpiece of understated masculinity, a hidden gem; others find it generic, too sweet, or even too feminine. It's a subtle scent that seems to work best on mature men, but expect varying opinions.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Classic
  • Warm
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Jil Sander 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its moderate sillage and subtle nature make it highly suitable for office wear and formal settings where it won't offend. The elegant, slightly mysterious character also lends itself well to intimate dates, though it's less suited for casual or sporty activities.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • 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

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

This woody aromatic opens with a soft, fresh mix of bergamot, violet, and lavender, which some might find leans feminine. It gently transitions to a heart of earthy vetiver and herbaceous sage, offering a touch of refined smokiness. The dry down is where it truly shines, with a warm, elegant blend of cedar, Russian leather, and myrrh, creating a sophisticated and somewhat powdery finish.

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