Karl Lagerfeld 2014 EDT

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Karl Lagerfeld for Him

by Jean-Christophe Hérault

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Karl Lagerfeld Karl Lagerfeld for Him is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2014, created by Jean-Christophe Hérault. Karl Lagerfeld for Him opens with Mandarin and Lavender, settles into a heart of Violet and Apple, and dries down to a base of Amber and Sandalwood. Karl Lagerfeld's Karl Lagerfeld for Him carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one's a divisive pleaser. Some call it a gem, others a generic flop. What it lacks in strong personality, it makes up for in clean versatility and a bargain price tag. Don't expect groundbreaking, but it's far from the worst.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Subtle
  • Energetic
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Karl Lagerfeld for Him Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lavender60%
Mandarin40%
Heartas listed
Violet55%
Apple45%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood60%
Amber40%

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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its fresh, inoffensive character and moderate performance make it ideal for casual wear and the office. While some find it sexy for evenings, its lack of strong sillage or deep complexity keeps it from being a formal or power date scent. Many reviews highlight its 'shower-gel' clean vibe, suitable even for the gym.

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

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

Opens with a lively burst of fresh mandarin and soft lavender, quickly settling into a prominent powdery violet heart enriched by crisp green apple. The dry-down introduces a creamy, subtle sandalwood and warm amber, maintaining a clean, slightly sweet, and woody impression throughout. It's a modern fougère that leans floral and fresh.

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