Paul Smith 2000 EDT

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Paul Smith Men

by Nathalie Lorson , Alain Astori

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Paul Smith Paul Smith Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2000, created by Nathalie Lorson and Alain Astori. Paul Smith Men opens with Bergamot, Orange, Lavender, and Basil, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Violet Leaf, Geranium, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Oakmoss. Paul Smith's Paul Smith Men carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A divisive green freshie that some find utterly uplifting and others, frankly, a bit dull or even unpleasant. Expect a blast of herbaceous greenness and violet, but don't expect it to hang around all day.
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Paul Smith Men 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:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its fresh and green character, make it ideal for casual daytime wear and even sports. It's too light and casual for formal events or most dates, though its inoffensive nature could work for the office.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Limonene from Orange
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Paul Smith Men kicks off with a vibrant, almost brisk wave of basil and bergamot, leaning into a distinctly green and herbal opening. As it settles, the heart reveals a floral blend of violet leaf and hyacinth, bringing a cool, somewhat aquatic freshness. The base finally grounds the composition with a subtle blend of vetiver, musk, and oakmoss, adding a touch of earthy sophistication without losing its overall fresh character.

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