Knize 1924 EDP

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Ten

by François Coty , Vincent Roubert

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Knize Ten is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1924, created by François Coty and Vincent Roubert. Ten opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, and Petitgrain, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Oakmoss. Knize's Ten carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Knize Ten is the marmite of leather scents - you'll either adore its rugged, old-school charm or recoil from its potent, animalic punch. It's a journey from challenging opening to a sophisticated dry-down that rewards the patient wearer, a true classic for those who crave character and heritage.
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  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Masculine
  • Sophisticated
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Ten Eau de Parfum 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and unique, sometimes polarising, leather accord make it less suitable for office wear. However, its sophisticated and bold character shines in formal settings and on dates, offering a distinctive presence. Casual wear is possible if applied lightly, but it's not a go-to for lighthearted activities.

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
  • Eugenol from Cinnamon
  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

It kicks off with a bracing blend of geranium, rosemary, and bright citruses, quickly introducing the star of the show: a rich, robust leather. This isn't your clean, modern leather; it's deep and somewhat smoky, intertwined with warm spices like cinnamon and hints of powdery orris and delicate florals. The animalic castoreum and earthy oakmoss in the base provide a formidable, almost rubbery depth, mellowing into a comforting, subtly sweet amber and musk finish.

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