Parfums Café 1978 EDT

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Homme de Café

by Alberto Morillas

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Parfums Café Homme de Café is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1978, created by Alberto Morillas. Homme de Café opens with Bergamot and Orange, settles into a heart of Carnation, Clove, and Raspberry, and dries down to a base of Musk and Cedar. Parfums Café's Homme de Café carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive yet undeniably unique, this spicy-woody cheapie by a master perfumer sparks strong opinions. Some hail it as a hidden gem, others as bug spray, but all agree it's a nostalgic trip that stands apart from modern scents.
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Bold
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Homme de Café Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Citrus
96%
Warm Spicy
83%
Aromatic
80%
Musky
68%
Powdery
66%

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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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Despite its moderate performance, the warm spicy and woody nature makes it better suited for evenings and cooler weather. It's too distinctive and potentially polarising for a conservative office, but suitable for casual wear and dates where a bit of mystery is welcome.

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Homme de Café opens with a fleeting zest of bergamot and orange, quickly giving way to a warm, woody heart. Carnation and clove create a substantial, almost mulled spice aroma, softened by a subtle raspberry sweetness. The dry-down settles into a classic musk and cedar base, maintaining its spicy, woody character throughout. It's a journey from vibrant citrus to a lasting, warm embrace.

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