Perry Ellis 2001 EDT

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Portfolio Elite for Men

by Loc Dong

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Perry Ellis Portfolio Elite for Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2001, created by Loc Dong. Portfolio Elite for Men opens with White Currant, Apple, and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Caraway, Geranium, Lily of the Valley, and Cardamom, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Vetiver. Perry Ellis's Portfolio Elite for Men carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This is a proper 'bloke's scent' that's surprisingly divisive. Some say it's a cheap classic, a barbershop fougere with modern twists, while others find it too soapy and dated. For the price, it's worth a sniff if you like that clean, masculine vibe.
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  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Masculine
  • Fresh
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Portfolio Elite for 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 Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal Sport

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for office wear without being overpowering. The clean, barbershop character lends itself well to casual and even semi-formal settings, with many reviewers finding it versatile for day-to-day use.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Portfolio Elite opens with a crisp, green apple and tart white currant, brightened by a hint of herbal artemisia. It quickly evolves into a classic barbershop heart, where geranium and lily of the valley are spiced up with caraway and cardamom. The drydown is a smooth, masculine blend of musk, warm amber, and earthy vetiver and oakmoss, softened by a touch of tonka bean and cedar, giving it a sophisticated, clean finish.

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