London for Men

Epic Journey Into the Bottled Yonder, 228 ------------------------------------------------------- Purchased May 2025 This week I noticed this has the same dry down, the far - hours later - dry down, as Bogart Pour Homme. There's many down thumbs to this above and that's simply wrong. The truth shall come into the light, as they say. FatLipWill below on 09/19/2023 said so, which confirms my finding that Burberry stole the BPH dry down not to mention this came two years after BPH. Deal with it. Have to say "yours truly loves BPH more than this one", it's more brash and manly but aren't all scents situational? Having said I love both, London can barely be oversprayed for me. It's maximum three sprays per location otherwise there's a cloying that lingers quite a while and I cannot stand cloying in anything. Freshies are the worst at this. See, for ME the entire scent has to be genius, from the top to the bottom and everybody nowadays focusses on the top and moves on. You guys are being fooled into the best tops with castrated bottoms. I've tested all your trendy and favourite stuff and it's become simply pedestrian. Do read on. The more I write my reviews, the more a certain inevitable truth regarding this entire industry and community reveals itself to me - and always by happen stance. It's the strangest thing, and to be Frank (where has he gone??) my reviews suffer for it. They've become ramblings innay. This wasn't going to be a full fledged review, but since I cannot get more out of Burberry London, since it's so basic, the review has written itself. It's a very nice and warm, wholesome scent. But as you probably have read, it's not what I'm particularly after. In fact I don't know what I'm after in scents. I'm constantly exploring, I'm looking for something and I don't know what it is. Though I long to seek something deep and rich like the old days. But I don't want a long lingering dry down of oakmoss that easily cloys like the old days. I sense my tastes changing. OK let's not be hard on ourselves, just the wallet ((WILL YOU PULL OUT THAT BLOODY VIOLIN) calm down John Cleese, you've never said that though a viola would suffice). They've destroyed all our old favourites to function/perform like anything new. Reformulations are done for a reason, they're not just to cut costs but to obviously keep up with the changing landscape of this unbelievably expensive enthusiast's hobby. They make them more user friendly and welcoming to the latest generation whose balls will never descend, whose chest hair will never see the light of day. The people who do not understand that society used to be amazing, brilliant and polite - much like Burberry. Now it's if you're rich you must be an arsehole and let it be known you're rich, ergo an arsehole. Seriously could use a violin now. But mates, I wish somebody had informed I needed this years ago - 8 or 9 years ago in particular. A man simply does not brag about Burberry London, though it's another tool in his shed. You must own it and if you don't know why you're missing something from your set of tools, it's the Burb. Ramble on. 8/10 P.S.: My bottle is the clear glass with the chromed cap, juice functioning as it should. I do not suffer performance issues as many say but I do believe it could be better for the money I paid for it. Shortly after, the same chain of chemists dropped the price by $30 only to recently raise the price back to what I paid for it... I've since destroyed my violin, how about a harp? Batch: 4291 from 17th October, 2024.

So I did get the full bottle this is the update... I wore it from Christmas up until spring and I literally use the whole bottle I got a small I think 1.7 I was not able to find a vintage bottle SO.. in regards to those who say it was butchered or it’s so different or it doesn’t last or project?? I 100% DISAGREE!!!? you know could’ve been stronger yes but I have to say I bought a lot of Arabic blind buys that suck balls and their performance is abysmal or I bought Kayali all of em abysmal performance wise! THIS WAS NOT BAD AT ALL!!? so I am the original must be amazing but I was quite happy with my purchase I found that the stores were kind of overpriced for the new reform bottle so I went on Macquarie and got one pre-loved for like 25 bucks I am happy best perfume purchase of 2025!!! that saying a lot!! I’m still crying over alien infusion being discontinued for Christ sake! You know this is Christmas it’s a manly Englishman who shot down a Christmas tree for me and he’s putting an apple smoking a pipe and I’m making something with spices in the air oh God yes ha orgasmic if you’re a spice lover!! Wow...I’m so happy I finally tried this!! I got a travel size first and this will definitely be a FB! It’s perfectly unisex first of all, maybe leaning slightly masculine? But I’m in LOVE! It’s been a while since I’ve fallen in love! I’ve tried niche, designer Arabic for something new since my previous loves ( Dior poison, alien fusion and Paradox, ebony wood original, Bianca latte) are the tops in my favs list. I love spice!!!! And THIS? is amazing! It’s so well blended I can’t really smell tobacco or leather? I just sit there smelling Christmas and I’m ok with that! I don’t mind if I smell like a house during Christmas, I even love the touch of pine or fir that I’m getting ahhh I wish I currently had a man I would definitely share this!! A warm spicy sexy cozy scent for a super good price! I hope they don’t stop making this! The performance was not that bad as a lot of men said it worked very well on my skin!! I even sprayed it on before I would go for my nightly walk and the cold air it just smells so good!! Now?? If only I could get my hands on Burberry Brit Red!?? Life would be complete...

What an amazing fragrance!! Where to even start with this one? I have heard a lot of people saying it smells like Christmas, and I couldn't agree more. To me there are so many notes in this that lead to that kind of feeling, such as the tobbac, the lavender, and the cinnamon. It isn't listed, but I also get a very strong note of some sort of Christmasy tree as well, such as some kind of spiky tree or something, I can't really explain it properly. It smells to me like if you lived in a forest with all the Christmas trees around, without the fire going, but you have the simple lavender, tobbac, and cinnamon notes lingering while the windows are open, and it very lightly snows. If you are a middle-aged to older man who is light and fun while also a little serious, this can absolutely be your signature scent, it would work really well on you. I know of someone who has this as their signature, and I totally understand why. I would say it is fairly versatile; however, I would save it for the cooler seasons, especially those cozy winter months. That note of some sort of Christmas tree to me really adds a kind of toned down, grounding aspect that just makes it such a not watery but light fragrance, in smell and in wearability, that just makes it so nice, light, and airy to wear and smell on yourself, and others. Best Season: Winter, Price: Definitely more than worth it, very decent, Longevity and sillage: Lasts very long on my skin and projects far, and the atomiser is very generous for me, Bottle design: The bottle is quite nice, the signature Burbery tartan is a nice touch, and the cap is very heavy and is different to others, being a square, as well as clicking on smoothy, however the box feels very cheap, Overall: 8.9/10

I cant deny it, i looooove this stuff. Im pretty much a vintage snob, and when people talk about "modernizing" old school fragrances, this is THE apex in my opinion. I dont typically like sweetness, but this is perfectly sweet and it works amazing with the tobacco and cinnamon. This is very masculine, but not macho. Think of literally sitting in front of a fireplace with a girl on a winter night. shes snuggling up against you and youre both falling asleep with a smile on your faces. Thats the exact picture i get from this. There could certainly be a Christmas tree in the corner of the scene as well, and indeed even with all the fancy or rare stuff i own...i still wear London on christmas. So weve all heard the main drawback...performance sucks. Its not a lie, although i get better performance than alot of people are claiming, and thats with the newer formula too. But...for those who are saying "when this came out it was much stronger and long lasting"...you arent imagining things. In fact, even though this came out in 2006, for a couple of years there was REAL oakmoss in this. Not an oakmoss accord or a bunch of synthetic evernyl, but actual oakmoss extract. If you find boxes with evernia prunastri actually listed, then you have a bottle from the first few years and it will perform alot better. Even those arent "beastmode" but it projects better and longer than the new formulas, youll get a day out of it. In conclusion, this is one of my favorite fragrances on earth. Antoine Maisondeau created a masterpiece of modern perfumery in my opinion, and the fact that this is ~$30 is incredible to me.

Someone said this smells like guess seductive noir.... Absolutely NOT! 🙂↔️ I had a chuckle with that one girl!! no this is 100% man during Christmas chopping down the Christmas tree and bringing it home and putting it up while I’m burning a spicy woody candle and he’s smoking a pipe!! roar!! meow🦁 It’s all the smells of Christmas 🎄 hot *to gal below GSN?? Is basically Mon Guerlain but make it cheaper... lavender vanilla.. the lavender in this BL? Is more of a introducing partner brief appearance makes it pop and then the spices take over whereas in guess seductive noir, it’s initially lavender then I believe some Iris or Oris and it gets deeper and more velvety it’s just totally different vibe! I will agree? Both are sexy!! And they would go Great on a date night if the girls wearing that and the dude is wearing BL!? Niiice mix!! oh shoot now I need to layer that!!! 🏃♀️ I have them both and I don’t think I can wait till winter to try that! Ha cool I’m not making fun of the cute girl below who said than she seems very nice! 😊 but I had a little chuckle when she said that I’m like girl no you don’t smell that!? but maybe she does anyway Burberry London is amazing and it’s definitely a manly man a London manly man... scent do I wear it??? OH F YEA!!! I am a sucker for cinnamon and spice and anything nice I wish I had a man to give this too!!! 😢 but men suck and I’m deconstructing and decentralizing men atm 💁♀️ so I’ll wear it instead... ha

Burberry has accomplished an extraordinary feat, I must admit. They have introduced two outstanding fragrances within a single line: London for Women and London for Men. Such occurrences are exceptionally rare, and only two other duos come to mind that have achieved a similar level of success, namely Eternity/Eternity for Men and Obsession/Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein. However, let's focus on our protagonist for today, where I can confidently affirm that Antoine Maisondieu has impeccably fulfilled his assigned task. London for Men embodies both masculinity and refinement, encapsulating the essence of Britishness in a sleek bottle. Its warm and leathery-fruit heart may draw comparisons to Jo Malone's Pomegranate Noir, but the pronounced tobacco undertones swiftly establish their dominance. The undeniable innovation of this composition has sparked admiration and countless imitations. Moreover, the culinary notes present in these perfumes served as the foundation for remarkable creations, such as Tom Ford's exquisite Tobacco Vanille from the Private Blend line. It is worth noting that due to its weight, intensity, and profound aroma, London for Men thrives best during the colder months, making it an exceptional choice for winter. I wholeheartedly recommend it to all tobacco aficionados seeking olfactory delight in their fragrances. My Rating: Highly recommended! (7/7)

This is my cheaper winter fragrance this year (more expensive one being Tom Ford Eau d'Ombre Leather) and I'm really satisfied with it. Opening is heavy of lavender and begamot, then the cinnamon joins in, this is where I think people get a 'shaving cream' type vibe, it's kind of similar to Quorum Silver, although Quorum is heavier on the woods and is a bit more versatile. But then, the leather, woods, and moss develop - it's very smooth, warm, attractive, and inviting. I get that it smells a bit too 'clean' for some people cause of that opening, but to me it just gives it a more mature feeling. It's not too overpowering or heavy- those notes lighten it a bit, and keeps it from becoming something like Spicebomb Extreme. Like, you don't smell like a Christmas candle, but you do smell clean and put together, but with that undercurrent of the spices from the cinnamon and tobacco to warm you up. This would go great with your classic twee-jacket professor outfit (presumably from burberry lol) That being said, 100% a cold weather scent, but suitable for basically any occasion within that. Silage is relatively strong, and it lasts for quite some time. IMO a safe blind-buy if you want something relatively cheap for cold-weather, It's a staple of any guy's winter collection. 8.6/10

This is a true gentleman's fragrance a timeless classic that exudes elegance and warmth. From the moment I first sprayed it, I felt transported to a cozy evening in the heart of London. The opening is a burst of spicy cinnamon, perfectly balanced by fresh bergamot and calming lavender. As it settles, the heart notes reveal a delightful blend of leather, rich mimosa, and hints of port wine, which feels both sophisticated and comforting. The dry-down wraps me in a warm embrace of tobacco leaf guaiac wood, and a touch of sweet opoponax a balance that’s both masculine and soft. The design of the bottle deserves its own praise. The iconic Burberry check wrapping gives it a stylish, British flair, and it looks fantastic on any dresser. What I love most about this fragrance is how versatile it is. Whether I’m dressing up for a formal dinner or enjoying a quiet evening at home, it feels like the perfect companion. Its longevity is impressive, lasting several hours while leaving a subtle trail that invites compliments. For me, London for Men is more than just a scent, it's an experience. It captures the essence of sophistication and coziness that feels like a warm scarf on a crisp autumn day. Highly recommended for those who love rich, warm, and slightly sweet fragrances!

I adore this scent and I went on a quest to find a vintage formula bottle to compare to the modern one as it’s one of my favourites. To start off the modern formulas are still great and cheap. But there is a considerable difference between vintage and new for this one. The old one is much much stronger in the tobacco and has a huge base note presence. It’s not as fresh , and the freshness picks up later in the drydown. On the new one the freshness starts up immediately and the scent has a lighter feel to it. It also does seem to last way longer as it’s much denser. That being said if you prefer freshness a new formula might be actually better for you. But it can feel flat but only in direct comparison. To be honest I am extremely pleased with the coty formula, although mine is the black cap , I heard they changed it again. The coty is about 90-95% the same and the variances are really only picked up if you are very familiar with the scent and have worn it for a while. Its considerable but not a massive difference, its kind of like adding MSG to food lol. Both are great but if you really like the essence and tobacco of London a vintage is the way to go. My bottles are 2007 inter Parfums and 2024 Coty.

I am extremely happy with this! Blind bought it on clearance for a great price at a local shop before a night out, only having read some reviews online and seen the notes. It smells phenomenal... IF this sort of pallate is what you're seeking. It has this very deep, masculine scent, filled with tobacco and darkness. Not overly smoky, not super spicy and peppery either. A very smooth and elegant trench of darkness coating your presence. As for performance, it opens with what felt to me like a strong sillage (3 sprays neck, 1 chest, 1 each wrist.) However after 30-60 minutes it died down to a more intimate projection, which I think is more suitable for this scent anyways. It's strong, it's potent, and I could totally see it getting too strong if overdone, so I like the smaller sillage honestly. The longevity is slightly above average for an EDT. I'm still catching base notes about 4 hours later, which is nice for a night out. Not crazy, but certainly not bad. Overall, great purchase. Especially if found on sale. If you want a very dark scent, well suited to nighttime and colder seasons, this is an excellent grab for budget buyers such as myself.

Yes! Already so many great reviews for this fragrance that are right on the money... Burberry London is Burberry's best, no doubt. The quality is so convincing, it smells niche quality - especially that gorgeous tobacco-cherry note. This doesn't just smell manly, this smells gentlemanly. It smells like trust, responsibility, promises kept and dreams fulfilled. Like a man that isn't on his way, he has already arrived. London doesn't scream, "come get me!", it speaks in a stern voice "I am here". A scent that doesn't aggressively reach for attention, instead this one swoons. Like the inside of an upper crust gentleman's club on a cool fall or winter evening - Italian brown leather couches, fine cigars, imported wood furniture, single malt scotch and success. That is what Burberry London smells like... a scent that seems to take the wearer places. It evokes thoughts and memories and awakens passions inside you more than almost any other fragrance I've ever smelled. In a nutshell, another reviewer, ecerusen, put it best when she said: Burberry London smells like it is a gift for being a man!

I think every man needs this, 30 plus for sure. To me, it's not just a Christmas scent. This is one I am wearing in this cooler weather and even to bed because of how warm and masculine it smells. My wife says I smell like a sexy ginger bread man which is hilarious, but those spices, wood and tobacco make it a great universally liked scent. There is nothing else in probably 100 plus scents I've sampled that smells like it. Now, it does not smell like Calvin klein obsession for men, but I feel that it is a similar wheelhouse of the setting the fragrance is aiming for. It's probably liked far more than obsession for men (which I love), but it's worthy of some love all through fall and winter. Cheap to buy at discounters, even at Ross or Burlington it is reasonably priced. Longevity is good for price and an EDT. Projection is good enough, it's not beast mode but you don't really care while wearing it bc it puts you in a good mood! Get it, just order it. ForeverLux I got a 100ml for $37.

Rating: 9.3/10 Burberry London is often called “the Christmas fragrance” and I totally understand why. But to me, it’s a bit more complex than that. Maybe it’s the name, maybe it’s the iconic Burberry plaid, but every time I wear it, I get this vivid image of London itself: a sophisticated gentleman walking through misty streets after a light rain, the scent of damp cobblestone and morning dew in the park. It’s atmospheric, classy, and timeless. I’ve never actually been to London, but if I had to imagine the smell of the city, this would be it. The blend of cinnamon, leather, tobacco leaf, and oakmoss paints a picture that’s both cozy and elegant. It’s warm and nostalgic, yet modern. This is the kind of scent that feels tailor-made for fall and winter. Perfect for cool evenings, holiday gatherings, or simply when you want something comforting and sophisticated. It had been on my wish list for quite a while, and I’m genuinely glad it’s finally part of my collection.

Nose Note #612 Compared to this CK Shock for Him is completely trash. If you compare them side by side they are very different + Shock smells very unnatural. This one is just good, the quality feels much better But the performance... Well, I find it disappointing. It is barely average. Sillage is not great at all. It performs about the same as DG The One both EDT and EDP. And the scent profile is kind of similar. It's not a light scent, but performance is still very mediocre. But I still like it so much that I'd say this can work at any season. It's not strong enough to choke you out in high heat. If you are expecting a tobacco scent I think I'll be disappointed. It's doesn't have real tobacco. Upd. after 5 months: Man, what a beautiful beautiful scent. Absolutely love it. Changing from 8.5 to 8.9. But the performance is so bad... 8.9/10, beautiful manly warm, cinnamon scent

Navy Cut Symphony Burberry London unfolds like a seafarer's story: a bold opening of tobacco leaves steeped in rum and molasses, cut with black pepper and cinnamon. The scent evokes the intimacy of a well-aged navy cut tobacco, dry yet intoxicating, drawing you into its spicy warmth and port wine undertones. Then, like waves calming after a storm, it transitions—soft mimosa glows beneath supple leather, reminiscent of old taverns and worn jackets. Resinous opoponax and guaiac wood add depth, mellowing the spice into whispers. Finally, it lingers with an ambered glow, not shouting but quietly enveloping, like fading sunlight over the ocean. Elegantly composed yet accessibly priced, this fragrance offers a timeless dance of sweetness, spice, and nostalgia—a modern ode to age-old adventures. 9/10

Back in 2008 I was struggling a bit. My engagement had just ended, I had to move and my industry was laying people off. I didn’t have much but that Christmas I found a little bottle (maybe 50ml?) of London on sale for cheap and decided to treat myself. When I tell you I savored ever spray, saving it for weekends and special occasions. 14 years later and life is entirely different. Now I get to repurchase this bottle strictly for the sake of nostalgia and oh boy, it doesn’t disappoint one bit. This scent will always have a special place in my heart. Fragrance has the power to make us feel a little better. To make the world look kinder and more inviting. London is like an old friend, inviting me out for a drink or two. I can’t recommend it enough. 5 billion out of ten.

Nearly completed my second 100ml bottle of London. I’ve had London a long time. Can’t believe I haven’t provided my input on this superb fragrance. I wear it fall and winter in mild Mojave desert climate. So it’s a little cold but not bone Chilling cold where I live. Nearly a compliment almost every time I wear London. Product value is through the roof with this one. Spend a little and you have an alluring spice, cinnamon, fall and winter time fragrance that doesn’t cut corners on quality. Moderate projection. Think deep evocative joyful memories of fall and winter occasions embedded in this fragrance. Price=excellent. Scent= top shelf and original in contrast to say scents like stronger with you/azzaro wanted lines. I will always have London in my collection!

Warm, cozy, piney tobacco. Probably one of the best "bang for your buck" fall/winter/holiday season frags on the market. This is what I wear around Thanksgiving and Christmas time, this is the time of year where this frag shines. You might find that London is similar to something like Spicebomb, but London is more mellow, fresher, and not as spicy. The lavender here gives off barbershop vibes, which gives London a more mature edge to it. One thing London does fall short on however, as others have mentioned, is longevity. Off my skin, I get 3-4 hours total before i have to re-apply. To counter this, you won't kill anyone if you go a little heavy on the trigger. Overall, London gets an 8.5/10 from me, another great scent from the house of Burberry.

This has been my signature scent for years, and it’s one I keep coming back to. Your experience with it will depend heavily on both skin chemistry and season. While many describe it as “Christmas in a bottle,” that’s never been my reality. On my skin, the character shifts beautifully throughout the year: in spring it opens up as a fresh, spiced green – almost like cut grass layered with tobacco leaves. In the colder months, it leans more into tobacco and cinnamon, warm and comforting without ever becoming cloying. It’s also one of my most complimented fragrances, and at this point, it feels inseparable from my identity. For me, it’s a perfect 10/10 – in every season but summer.

Very nice and so wearable. This is an office-safe perfume - non-offensive. It feels like wearing a clothing that was marinated in cinnamon flower - in a very good way. It lasts for at least 3 hours on my wrist despite being in very dry country. But I noticed the scent persists for over 8 hours if sprayed under the collar. My wardrobe smells like I've stored-in some flowers inside. This scent performs well in hot summer (currently going through heatwave at 34c~39c as I write this review) - which means this would work much better in winter. So I'd say this frag will work on all seasons. Never fear blind-buying this one 👍