Fahrenheit

Distinctive, leathery and unmistakable. Inspired by Fahrenheit.

Violet leaf and petrol — that sounds strange and smells strange too, but it works. Then it settles into leather and warm wood. One of the most idiosyncratic classics ever made.

How it develops

The opening is a bouquet you don't expect in a men's fragrance: lavender, chamomile, hawthorn and mace, with mandarin, lemon and bergamot for the freshness. The heart is green and floral — violet leaf up front, with sandalwood, cedar and a series of flowers (carnation, honeysuckle, jasmine, lily of the valley) giving it its unusual, almost metallic character. The base is the reason it has stayed famous for so long: leather and vetiver, with musk, amber, patchouli and tonka bean keeping it warm and dry.

Who it's for, and when

Autumn and winter, day and evening. Not as a first perfume, and not if you're looking for something neutral — this is a fragrance with an opinion. Want leather but more approachable, see B-250. Looking for a classic that does suit everywhere, J-20 is the safe choice.

How to wear it

Two sprays on the neck, on moisturised skin, don't rub. Give it half an hour — the opening is sharp, the drydown is where it becomes beautiful.