Frank No.1

This is a classy, sophisticated, clean and sensual fragrance which is extremely well blended and quite unique. Opening with a lusty fruity blast of lime, bergamot and pink pepper, it's a fresh and clean fragrance with a spiciness from the cardamom and the cloves. The notes for are well blended and in the heart there is a lovely juxtaposition between sweeter notes like violet, iris and lavender - all purple flowers which I appreciate in fragrances - and the more sour geranium, juniper, tomato leaf and clary sage. The base is a sweet woody bend with moss and leather. It lasts for quite some time although in the drydown it does become a sweet yet spicy tobacco and one can still scent the lavender and juniper which both uplifts and gives it a masculine kick. It's more masculine than unisex and reminds me of the type of fragrance one would apply after showering. It smells fresh and clean and has just the right touch of spiciness and leather to suit a mature and confidant man. It might have benefited from some sandalwood in the base notes and maybe more citrus in the opening with neroli and orange blended in with grapefruit and pineapple to provide even more of a fruity citrus blast for the first 20-30 minutes. This fragrance is definitely suited for the office and corporate climates yet because it's also quite unique it could easily become a man's signature scent. It's best suited to cooler weather and the day time. It does seem a bit pricey but it's a complex well-blended fragrance that's uplifting and somewhat exotic whilst being warmly seductive and masculine. I keep wanting to smell it - it's quite intoxicating! This is one of those fragrances people seem to either love or find run-of-the-mill. I personally love it and enjoy it when my husband wears this!.

I really like this one, particularly the start/top. A rich, fruity, citrusy punch that just makes me smile and think "yum". Bright, natural lime and bergamot. Wonderful on my skin. The drydown starts almost immediately and sets in motion flowery (lavender, iris, geranium) mids. Throughout there are spices that elevate the flowers and tame the fruits, like pink pepper, licorice, cloves and sage. But there's also some tanginess, possibly brought on by the tomato leaf and juniper. Suffice to say, this is complex, and masterfully blended. The citruses are not too sour. The tang is not too tangy. The flowers are not too medicinal. I think they all work with each other to prevent anything from becoming too "much". It finally all settles into what I can only describe as a delicate (maybe too soft) green fougere with hints of a rich wood like sandalwood. Overall, it's kind of genius. My biggest gripe is that once it starts drying down, the skin scent, still quite pleasant, just doesn't project or last. Once past the initial punch, it seems to vapor off into near-nothingness. If this thing lasted, I would absolutely make it a signature. If it was just a bit less expensive, I'd keep dousing myself with it throughout the day and make it work. People seem to be really blown away by Frank #2, so that is 100% on my list of frags to try. Because for me this one was almost a total winner and it's clear to me these folks know what they're doing.

This is actually a Chypre, and not a Fougere, as the classical structure and traits are evident which make this one citrusy, woodsy and floral. It's a lot similar to Christopher Street but a bit more sophisticated and aromatic. It also strongly resembles al03 biehl but is much better composed and chic. The review below actually did a fantastic job describing the scent. The scent starts off with lime, bergamot, and spices, wrapped with subtle hints of smoke. After a few minutes, iris and violet, along with a lovely licorice accord join in, producing something calm and soothing -- before ultimately intertwining beautifully over an elegant leather and warm woodsy base. All in all, very classy and elegant. This, by the way, shares no similarities to La Nuit, nor Invasion for that matter.

The black currant open in the form of the cassis is excellent but fleeting.On my nose the sandalwood in this is dominant and takes over. Personally I wish the top notes fought a little harder to stick around longer. This original Frank Los Angeles is much different than the more popular Frank No. 2. Note: This review is of the Frank No. 1 fragrance that was originally introduced in 2004 and has since been replaced by a new Frank No. 1 that has entirely different notes.

A great fougere, and a great high quality alternative to much more expensive competitors on that shelf. It's definitely not a cheapie, but still, it's 3 times less expensive (per ml) than MDCI Invasion Barbare, with which it shares strong similarities. A beautiful creation by Duchaufour, and a win for Luckyscent owner's brand. Spring, 30+