Karl Lagerfeld 1978 Edp

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Lagerfeld Classic

by Ron Winnegrad

Karl Lagerfeld Lagerfeld Classic is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1978, created by Ron Winnegrad. The fragrance opens with Clary Sage, Aldehydes, Green, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Jasmine, and Sandalwood, and dries down to a base of Oakmoss, Musk, Amber, and Tonka Bean.

Our verdict on Lagerfeld Classic: Acquired

Lagerfeld Classic is a proper old-school powerhouse, delivering a warm, spicy, and often polarising punch. This fragrance is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with many finding it dated but undeniably charismatic. If you like vintage scents, you'll likely adore its bold statement and incredible value, while others will run for the hills.
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  • Classic
  • Bold
  • Confident
  • Warm
  • Elegant
Lagerfeld Classic Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9%
Floral 14%
Fruity 1%
Green 13%
Sweet 23%
Warm 12%
Woody 14%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Powdery
99%
Amber
89%
Aromatic
86%
Vanilla
85%

Notes

Top Notes

Aldehydes 23% Tarragon 17% Clary Sage 16% Bergamot 15% Lemon 15% Green 14%

Heart Notes

Tobacco 22% Sandalwood 15% Orris 14% Patchouli 14% Rose 13% Cedar 12% Jasmine 11%

Base Notes

Amber 23% Musk 21% Vanilla 20% Oakmoss 18% Tonka Bean 18%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, paired with its rich, oriental character, make it less suitable for office wear where subtlety is preferred. However, these same qualities, especially the sensual amber and tobacco, are perfect for dates and evening formal events, though perhaps a bit much for casual daytime if over-sprayed.

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Lagerfeld Classic opens with an almost startling blast of aldehydic citrus and herbal greenness before settling into a rich, powdery heart. There's a pronounced tobacco note underpinned by woody cedar and patchouli, weaving seamlessly into a warm, inviting base of amber, vanilla, and musky oakmoss. It's a complex, evolving scent that transitions from sharp to smoothly mellow, with a distinct, comforting sweetness emerging in the drydown.

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