Arden Men Sandalwood

A classic rendition of sandalwood in the abstract, Arden Men Sandalwood feels very much like an aromatic of the era, like Rochas Moustache, YSL Pour Homme, Gentleman Givenchy, and the like, that is built around a core of sandalwood. This is not one that highlights sandalwood in the forefront of the composition, but is present throughout the development and especially in the dry down as the backbone. Actually, this showcases the synergy that can come from lavender paired with sandalwood, as the former is prevalent all the way into its heart, with usual aromatics accompanying it—including a geranium that is quite prominent on my skin. This is so much so that one might almost wonder where the sandalwood is at all. However, it reveals itself as a buttery warmth over time, with an especially intriguing point about an hour in where there's interplay with clary sage. This unique stage really resonates with me and I always look forward to this; there is something wistful about it, even though its mid-century futurism/optimism must have been perceived as the "fresh, clean, and put together" during its heyday. The sandalwood blooms more over time with musks and moss, and it becomes very evident that this is very much an ode: the lingering skin scent is truly terrific.

An old-school perfume worth rediscovering. Arden Sandalwood has the typical scent of an old-fashioned perfume, characterized by sandalwood and lavender. It smells clean, well-crafted in its simplicity, and is in the style of Monsieur de Givenchy, but less citrusy and more woody. Maybe it's similar to Chanel pour monsieur because of the oakmoss. It's certainly not the perfume a guy would wear today to impress girls, but it's more wearable than many more celebrated vintage perfumes. The performance is quite good; I was expecting a fleeting cologne, but instead it has good projection and longevity. I'm happy with my version from the early '90s; I don't need to find an older one. Un profumo vintage poco celebrato. Sandalo, lavanda, patchouli e muschio di quercia per un profumo garbato e ben fatto. Chi ama i profumi vintage lo troverà più piacevoli di tanti altri. Scent-8 Longevity - 8 Sillage-8 Versatility-7 Uniqueness-7,5 Compliment factor-7 Presentation-6,5 Backup bottle? Maybe My vote-8 In one word- kindness Alternative - Givenchy pour monsieur, Chanel pour monsieur , pour un homme de caron The review is based on a bottle from the early 90s

The real bomb of lavender, clary sage and cedar at the beginning, increasing smell of oriental sandalwood little bit later and enveloping scent of opoponax and labdanum at the end...So that is , how in short I can introduce this wonderful cologne. Although the product was made in 1956, completely resisted the passage of time - is universal and timeless. It is the smell of a real man - well-groomed, intelligent, mysterious, who enjoys adventure.What can I say more...?..well..it's obligatory item for all perfume- lovers :-)

Hello everyone. I consider myself very lucky as I happen to own a very old version of this gem. The bottle wasn't full but quite enough.I have never tried the current formula but the original one is just amazing. Sweet, a bit medicinal,very old-school, quite similar to Guerlain's Bois d'Armenie only prettier and without the candy / chocolate note. I feel there is myrrh somewhere. Maybe not. Beautiful anyway. The bottle is lovely too.

Just ordered a bottle and looking forward to it! Couldn't find a vintage one, and guys check out the eBay link beneath the picture, you'll find a couple of Arden Men "Oakwood" EdT's up for sale, apparently vintage ones but I've never heard of the Oakwood fragrance and it's not in the database. Very interresting ;)