Kerosene 2017 EDT

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Summer of 84

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Kerosene Summer of 84 is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2017. Summer of 84 settles into a heart of Musk, Bergamot, Lemon, and Grapefruit. Kerosene's Summer of 84 carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a proper grapefruit bomb, a joyous burst of pure citrus sunshine. It's divisive - some find it an invigorating summer dream, others a bit too much like cleaning product. Try before you buy, but expect a wild, juicy ride.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Uplifting
  • Playful
  • Bright
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Summer of 84 Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Casual Sport

Its bright, fresh, and somewhat loud citrus-aquatic nature makes it ideal for casual wear and sports, particularly in warm weather. It's a bit too bold and informal for office or formal settings, and its extreme freshness isn't what most look for in a date night fragrance.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

Imagine sundrenched citrus groves, where juicy grapefruit, tart lemon, and a hint of zesty bergamot burst forth, their oils misting the air. This bright, immediate freshness is softened by a touch of watery melon and delicate jasmine, all underpinned by a clean, subtle musk. It evokes a carefree summer day, full of vibrant, refreshing energy.

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