Truefitt & Hill 2016 Cologne

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Apsley

Truefitt & Hill Apsley is a Cologne launched in 2016. Apsley opens with Pepper, Vetiver, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Patchouli and Cedar, and dries down to a base of Musk. Truefitt & Hill's Apsley carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive affair. Some find it a decent woody-citrus barbershop scent, but for many, the harsh cedar and grapefruit leans too close to cleaning product. Try before you buy, unless you really love that sharp, pine-disinfectant vibe.
  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Masculine
Apsley Cologne bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11%
Floral 3%
Fruity 2%
Green 4%
Sweet 7%
Warm 8%
Woody 34%
Earthy 21%
Animalic 25%
Fresh 15%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and longevity make it suitable for casual wear, but the powerful citrus and harsh woody notes might be too intense for some office environments. It lacks the subtle elegance needed for formal events or the specific allure for a dedicated date night.

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About

Truefitt & Hill's Apsley opens with a sharp, invigorating hit of grapefruit and a kick of pepper and vetiver, quickly settling into a robust, woody heart of patchouli and cedar. The cedar can be quite assertive, almost leaning into a 'pine disinfectant' territory for some. It finishes with a clean, slightly musky dry-down, reminiscent of a classic shaving soap.