Jil Sander 2002 EDT

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Sun Men

by Alain Astori , Béatrice Piquet

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Jil Sander Sun Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2002, created by Alain Astori and Béatrice Piquet. Sun Men opens with Bergamot and Rosemary, settles into a heart of Cardamom and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Musk and Sandalwood. Jil Sander's Sun Men carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a solid, sunny cheapie that nails the 'beach holiday' brief. It might be a bit basic for some, but its easy-wearing charm and undeniable summery vibe make it a firm favourite, despite its fleeting performance.
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Sun Men Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot67%
Rosemary33%
Heartas listed
Cardamom61%
Nutmeg39%
Baseas listed
Musk56%
Sandalwood44%

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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, subtle nature and low projection make it suitable for office wear, whilst the pervasive 'summer holiday' vibe positions it perfectly for casual outings and sports. For dates, it's a 'sexy, fresh sunscreen' that appeals without being overpowering, but it lacks the gravitas for formal events.

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
  • 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

Sun Men opens with a bright, zesty splash of bergamot, quickly joined by the herbaceous greenery of rosemary. The heart warms up with a fresh, peppery cardamom and a hint of creamy nutmeg, leading into a smooth, comforting base of soft sandalwood and clean musk. It’s a warm, subtly spicy freshie that evokes sun-warmed skin.

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