Jil Sander 2015 EDT

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Strictly Jil Sander

by Olivier Pescheux , Sonia Constant

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Jil Sander Strictly Jil Sander is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2015, created by Olivier Pescheux and Sonia Constant. Strictly Jil Sander opens with Pepper and Bay Leaf, settles into a heart of Cardamom and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vetiver, and Tonka Bean. Jil Sander's Strictly Jil Sander carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A warm, peppery, woody delight that's unfortunately been discontinued, but if you can get your hands on it, it's a classy, modern-classic scent worth the hunt. It's universally appreciated for its sophisticated blend.
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  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Masculine
  • Modern
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Strictly Jil Sander Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pepper60%
Bay Leaf40%
Heartas listed
Cardamom56%
Nutmeg44%
Baseas listed
Vetiver42%
Tonka Bean34%
Cedar23%

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 Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and longevity make it versatile for most settings, with its warm, spicy nature particularly suited for dates and formal occasions. While it can work in the office, the rich spice and wood accord might be a bit much for very 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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bay laurel Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil from Bay Leaf
  • Bay laurel Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil from Bay Leaf
  • Bay laurel Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil from Bay Leaf

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

Strictly Jil Sander opens with an immediate kick of pepper and the aromatic greenness of bay leaf, creating an initial sharp, spicy impression. This quickly mellows into a warm, inviting heart where cardamom and nutmeg intertwine, adding a comforting, slightly sweet spice. The dry-down reveals a sophisticated base of earthy vetiver and robust cedar, softened by a touch of creamy tonka bean, leaving a lasting woody and subtly sweet trail.

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