Karl Lagerfeld 1990 Edp

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Karl Lagerfeld Photo is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1990. Photo opens with Lavender, Aldehydes, Galbanum, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose, Caraway, Jasmine, and Cyclamen, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Guaiac Wood, and Oakmoss. Karl Lagerfeld's Photo carries a Statement verdict, a aromatic-led wear.

This 90s powerhouse is a divisive blast from the past. For some, it's a 'holy grail' of masculine freshness and confidence, a clean and spicy aromatic with 'cool sweetness'. For others, it's simply 'outdated', 'pedestrian', or even 'smells like wax in a church'. Prepare for a strong opinion, one way or the other.
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  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Masculine
  • Fresh
Photo Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13%
Floral 22%
Fruity 2%
Green 10%
Sweet 19%
Warm 13%
Woody 12%
Earthy 12%
Animalic 5%
Fresh 21%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Woody
93%
Floral
84%
Citrus
81%
Warm Spicy
74%

Notes

Top Notes

Aldehydes 24% Lavender 23% Lemon 16% Bergamot 14% Galbanum 12% Mandarin 12%

Heart Notes

Carnation 18% Rose 16% Jasmine 15% Coriander 14% Honey 13% Cyclamen 13% Caraway 12%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 15% Benzoin 12% Musk 11% Sandalwood 11% Tonka Bean 10% Patchouli 10% Cedar 10% Amber 10% Guaiac Wood 10%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold nature and strong sillage, particularly in vintage formulations, push it away from an everyday office scent. However, its clean and sophisticated aromatic profile makes it suitable for formal settings and a confident choice for dates and social casual wear, with many reviewers praising its versatile masculinity.

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Photo opens with a clean, sharp surge of aldehydes and zesty citrus-lemon and bergamot-brightened by a hint of lavender. The heart unfolds with a floral medley of rose, jasmine, and carnation, warmed by spicy coriander and a touch of honey. The drydown is a rich, grounding blend of sandalwood, cedar, and earthy patchouli, softened by amber and a hint of musk. It's a complex dance between fresh, spicy, and woody notes.

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