Gianfranco Ferre for Man

One of my favorite Italian designer scents - it has been in my rotation since the 90's. This is how a Woody Chypre of quality should smell - complex and captivating! Truly outstanding in both quality of ingredients and composition. I consider the Vintage glass bottle to be near-perfection, with its rich, deep and dark notes of magnificent wood (dusty cedar & smooth sandalwood), earthy, dry vetiver, warm pipe tobacco, smooth lavender and other wonderful florals in the heart (sharp carnation, green jasmine & earthy geranium), warm citrus and key notes of sage, fig leaf and orris root filling out the scent pyramid in the heart. Patchouli, Oakmoss and Juniper Berries are more apparent in the Vintage formulation, as well as very nice, smooth Italian leather in the base notes (the juniper really showing late in the heart and segueing into the foundation of rich notes). There is still a light moss note in Current and both the patchouli and juniper berries are well-integrated - but more of a light wood/warm musk base. The top and heart notes are well-presented, while the depth in Vintage is gorgeous - sensual, even. Current production juice actually is still very good - brighter, more Sicilian Lemon, Petit Grain, and floral notes with a nice base of wood, musk and patchouli. It is actually rather wonderful to layer the formulations together...on a base of Vintage After Shave splashed on, no less. I find a full-wearing in cooler months to lean more towards Vintage (2/3 to 1/3 or so) and opposite in warmer months with more Current. However, this is truly a year-round scent. Great for the office, if you are a confident man. Great for a date, if you are a confident man. And, great for the bedroom...if you are a confident man. So, let me make this clear - it takes confidence, refinement and taste to pull this scent off. Not for everyone - but one should try this as a reference point in male perfumery. I don't like it - I absolutely love it! It is a bit "dated" - in the sense it takes a certain maturity to wear it with confidence...but, with the right attire and attitude, it actually makes a statement that you are "serious" and not here to play games. A captivating scent that grabs a hold of you and doesn't let go... I waited a very long time to write a "review" of one of my favorite classics in Gianfranco Ferre for Man - and in the end I want to actually just pay homage to such a brilliant bottle of fragrance. So chic, suave and classic Italian styling. One cannot mistake it for any other country of origin - this is distinctly, Italian. It is, in a word, exceptional. Not loud - but warm and smooth. A gentleman's scent. Vintage - near perfection, but moderate projection (however, I am not sure I would want it to be louder...an incredible harmony of notes!) Current - still excellent, with louder top notes and heart notes (mainly citrus & florals) - more projection but less depth. Preferred wearing - always a blend of the two, layered on top of each other...this is fragrance that deserves FAR more attention that it gets, but then again, I don't want to smell like everyone else... I have written about this extensively on Basenotes forum threads...and don't want to be redundant. However, this is not an everyday scent. It is a scent one would wear if they want to express their masculinity, but in a refined and elegant way. Captivating - and GFF for Man will always be part of my wardrobe. Cheers.

A classic scent deserves a classic review so I want to share what a highly regarded member of BN's, Darvant, has to say about this 80's masterpiece. "I've always appreciated since its inception this great creation, placed in the middle between a classic chypre and an aromatic fougere, so decided to test it back after a while (a long while, twenty years later at least). I remember to have tested it for the first time many years ago and since than i was impressed by the complex evolution running from the initial lemony and aromatic (slightly minty) harshness to a multifaceted, rooty, mossy and obscure "leather boutique" wake with colors of orange, bergamot, spices, cedar, patchouli, petitgrain and flowers. This taste is rich, luxurious and classy. As well as many previously underlined the first barber-shop blast is an hardly appealing thirsty lemon-lavender "welcome". The aromatic fist of fern, juniper and fir is in a while bursting together with the pungency from the black cardamom that is the prelude for the upcoming darkness of the forest. There is in particular a remarkable fir/lavender's presence (conjuring me a lot the one I get in Jacomo de Jacomo) providing aromatic stiffness and uncompromising fougere classicism (the "vintage side of the moon"). The central stage is the most articulated phase of the development, a stage in which dozens of facets (herbal, floral, leathery, mossy, ambery, citrusy etc.) whirl around in a general vintage, potpourri and almost boozy atmosphere whose illusion (the booziness indeed) is enhanced by the chord of gassy spices (nutmeg?), tobacco, mild amber and mandarin-orange. The central part is luxurious but shadowy and restrained in its performances implemented by astringent flowers and fruits that are almost overwhelmed by the gluminess and heaviness coming from the woodsy notes. I catch a sheer leathery mould in the final slightly powdery and very sophisticated outcome, a starring, almost creamy, ambery (almost silky) leather that envelops many elements like moss, sandalwood, smoke and strong rooty vetiver (finally soothing the latter, namely another great protagonist of the aroma). In this phase the harshness is tamed but i would not define the smell as properly soapy. Ceremonial and austere with a touch of exoticism. Together with Pontaccio 21 my favourite from the great italian brand and in general a real precious leathery potion among the classics from the 80's. P.s: i finally purchased a 75 ml bottle of this gem and i have to say that the more i wear it the more i like it. I detect points in common with Santos but GFFM is more refined and close to a sip of extra fine scotch enjoyed over a leather sofà in to a cozy luxurious ambience. Believe me, this is really, but really a fantastic fragrance, one of the best i know, unbelievably multifaceted, deep, dark, smoky, very leathery, spicy, boozy, incensey, classy, mysterious and more and more. A great olfactory romance and a superb vetiver. Chic at highest levels. Buy it as much as possible."Ciao...

GF For Man was a game changer for me. A sort of perfumery paradigm shift. A gestalt moment. Call it how you like. I was introduced to it around about 1988, coming across it in a slightly obscure gents outfitters in Oakwood, Leeds. Looking on Google Earth it is no longer there, and I suspect long since gone. Owned by a charming elderly Italian gentleman with a love of opera, there was a well-mannered and engaging King Charles spaniel that roamed freely within the premises. Considering the owners modest stature, he presented a somewhat dramatic appearance and curious intensity that was accentuated by mild exophthalmos (causing an unfortunate resemblance to his dog). A moustache that seemed permanently on the move whether speaking or not, he traversed the floor with the proud and graceful deportment befitting a matador. He regaled me of a recent trip to Egypt to witness an outdoor production of Aïda - which included sets with live elephants, giraffes, ostriches and big cats. I learned in time he was personally acquainted with many famous opera stars. Wall mounted behind his desk was an old, modestly framed, signed photo of Enrico Caruso. I correctly identified the legendary tenor before demonstrating a little knowledge of Caruso's all-too-short life. Suddenly I was launched stratospherically in his estimation. Abruptly, I was being fêted like a long lost relative. To observe his protective demeanour as I leaned for a closer inspection suggested he prized the photo above almost all else – at least on a par with his small dog and possibly even his wife. The scent he wore and the only one he carried was Gianfranco Ferre for Man. He talked knowledgeably about it and enthusiastically regarding the hand selected, small, family-centric labels he carried. His merchandise was interesting and understatedly exquisite. He seemed to have connections in fashion and opera all over the place, but in particular with his native Italy. Since that day GF For Man has resided among the "always haves" in my collection. I have both the original (the clear bottle with the stopper, from around 2000) and a newer one (sprayer and frosted glass), and I can't pretend the difference is at all obvious. To me they are pretty much indistinguishable having suffered no obvious detriment if reformulated. This is a powerful masculine Italian scent of strongly floral/herbal/earthy notes peerless in its complexity. The depth is phenomenal; and there is commensurate sillage and longevity. It is a rare surviving link to a Golden Age that included Nina Ricci Phileus, Ted Lapidus Pour Homme, Charles Jourdan Un Homme, original Burberry for Men, and Givenchy Gentleman. GF ticks so many boxes. Rarely does a week go by when I don't reach for it. A great, GREAT scent. Having such a vivid memory of our solitary encounter, all these years later I'm left wondering who that delightful Italian gentleman was and what became of him. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Sometimes words fail me, and when they do, I tend to fall back on the routine of explaining the notes that I smell in a fragrance: a fistful of sage, a dry lavender, and the like (yes, these are in Ferre for Man). In recent months of writing about scent, I've come to find this approach to verge on prosaic, and gleans very little beyond what I can identify and detect. I've challenged myself to steer away from this when I can, much like using "photorealistic," "stunning/stunner," and most certainly "DNA"—by the way, how can two entirely different perfumers with distinct styles who contribute to the same perfume house compose two perfumes for the brand with the same "DNA," anyhow? That one's a head scratcher to me. Anyways, with Ferre for Man—yes, Man, not merely men, but a MAN, THE MAN—we are reminded that there is often no clear delineation between styles. A fragrance can be strictly a fougere or strictly a chypre, I suppose, but what about when the two overlap? Mostly fougere with some chypre elements, or a hearty chypre with a dash of fougere qualities? Here, I smell a clear confluence between the two, a "chygere," and this very much accounts for its appeal to me: double the satisfaction, if you will. To break it down to its bare elements, however, would do it a disservice. Its understated elegance belies its brutish fanfare, and this may get lost in translation for some noses who expect olfactory dividends for one reason or other (to get a pat on the back or to get laid?). No, it isn't a beast, but it isn't a simpering pretty boy. Oh, here comes the adjectives, it was inevitable after all: smooth, textured, herbal, juniperous (I made it up but it works here), woody, dark, handsome, and maybe another "h" word or two. It's best appreciated when one is not distracted, takes a few deep breaths, and just sits in an armchair, a recliner, even, and notices it. It is no secret I celebrate masculinity especially as it is interpreted in perfume, and this encapsulates it. And Ladies: you can connect to your animus through wearing this just as well as I can lavish in my anima by donning LouLou or Ombré Rose. For Man is stone cold stunner (fuck, I couldn't resist).

UPDATE: I have sampled the latest version. It is VERY close to the original, but has a stronger floral component. It's nice, but... I really find myself more at home with the original. And unfortunately, the oldest version is getting harder and harder to find. The all black bottle is the latest, while the one with partially exposed brown glass is the previous one. The bottle I have is an earlier splash bottle, as pictured. The newest formulation has a completely black spray bottle and the one immediately prior to that has matte black along the entire bottom half of the bottle (the top part exposing brown tinted glass). When I saw the sealed box of what looked like the older splash version, I snapped it up without knowing this fragrance at all. No regrets! In the beginning I pick up a powdery essence that reminds me very much of Pasha de Cartier. But that doesn't last. There's a dirty/gritty side to it that comes through. Something about the oakmoss, petitgrain and lavender notes hail an earlier time in fragrances, but not so deeply that you'd find this very dated. It's what I'd consider a timeless classic. This is a complex fragrance, no doubt. My nose doesn't seem precise enough yet to pick out all of the notes, but I do sense many of them and it seems to change over time. I think Bigsy hit the nail on the head in his review--this is a fragrance for aficionados. Like a smoky and peaty Islay single malt, you need time to take it in. This is no quick dab and run aroma. It's a thinking man's fragrance. When you apply it you need to put some on your wrist so you can keep raising it to your nose and whiff, experiencing the unfolding of this wonderful concoction. ;-) FWIW, in all of my readings about this fragrance, the general impression is that the newer formulation is pretty close to the original. Some people charge hefty prices for the vintage, so... be careful not to overpay. 9.5/10.

This review is based on the "new" bottle: covered in all-black, flat paint: Gianfranco Ferre is a scent that initially I disliked: it was a blind buy, because that initial experience would have caused me to look at alternatives at the counter. But having given it a few more attempts (largely due to pretty positive reviews here) I can honestly say that I have grown to really like this. My initial response was colored by a very strong, top note which I would describe as bitter-mossy and smoky: a strong dark element that suited the black bottle. I don't get any of the claimed citrus elements at all! Sillage initially with this top note is a monster, but fades quickly into very pleasant, complex middle notes which are warm elements of tobacco, vetiver and woody elements. Unlike that first blast, on dry-down the sillage shifts surprisingly to the low-moderate side, but retains excellent longevity on my skin and clothes: a warm, musky amber-vetiver combo that is honestly amazing and one of my favorite long-lasting basenotes anywhere. I have to admit that I cannot think of another product that improves so much as it dries, and since the essence of any scent really isn't in the brief top-notes, I am giving this a thumbs-up and decent scores based on what I get after that first 20-30 minutes. Ferre is very much the antithesis to the sweet and fresh-green scents that seem to be dominate among the bar-scene and hip crowd, but doesn't venture into the Oud-category that most perfumers seem to screw up. It requires confidence for younger guys to wear this, and for the rest of us to get past the harsh top-notes. But it rewards us in the end with a long-lasting, low-sillage scent that seems to ooze quality and class. Scent: 9/10 Sillage: 6/10 Longevity: 9/10 Overall: 8/10, and because I purchased it at $16, I give it a: Value-for-money score of 9/10

"Rumak", maybe YOU are the ignorant one. If you can't see what is going on this world lately, with the marxist cancel culture destroying and erasing all of the great things of our past, then you are truly ignorant or you are in agreement with it. The discontinuation of all of these amazing masculine fragrances is OBVIOUSLY the worldwide marxist cancel culture at work. Just as they are tearing down statues of great historical figures, they are also trying to erase the memory of how great things used to be when we were truly FREE and we had true creative freedom. They are also trying to blur the line between masculine and feminine with truly masculine smelling fragrances being canceled and replaced with repugnant old lady smelling scents that real men should not be wearing. They are purposely defiling the natural order of things. This mass discontinuation of so many legendary male fragrances is definitely part of an agenda. Look up "The 45 Stated Goals Of Communism" and read goal numbers (22); "Continue discrediting Western culture by ~degrading all forms of artistic expression~, eliminate all good sculpture from parks and buildings, substituting shapeless, awkward and meaningless forms". (23)"Control art critics and directors of art museums. " Our plan is to promote ugliness, repulsive, meaningless art." >>>>So yes, oh ignorant one, perfumery is an ART, and yes it is being purposely defiled. IFRA is the communist hammer bludgeoning this particular art form. I don't have time to get into the other hammers destroying all other forms of art, including MUSIC. You can easily figure that one out on your own. ALL of these hammers are under the control of the same people with the very same agenda.

This review is for the Diana De Silva release from the early 2000s. A classy, dignified, mature, restrained, smooth, extremely well-blended scent. And definitely Italian. Very comforting. I find this exceedingly pleasant and pleasing throughout its life, including the citrus opening. I used and loved Aramis Tuscany in the '80s, and I find the structure of this scent to be quite similar. The similarity lies in two aspects: 1) its exceptional blending and concomitant smoothness and restrained character, and 2) its being a hybrid of a fougere and a chypre, with aromatic elements. The difference is that in this scent florals are pronounced in the middle, and the lovely leather accord is integral and integrated into the base, whereas in vintage Tuscany the leather accord sort of wafts and floats above the other notes. All in all, GF For Man comes across as an even classier, more refined, more reserved, and more natural scent in the same genre. Exactly what I was looking for. IMO, this scent remains incredibly versatile. It could be worn formal, semi-formal, dates, casual, or personal. Outstanding quality always trumps time and place. This is a timeless scent and of the highest quality. If you are expecting this to be a bombastic '80s aromatic fougere, unwearable today, you would be tragically mistaken. Yet, it is probably best suited to mature individuals. Highest recommendation for lovers of this style. Does this scent make me think I am an Italian patrician overlooking his estate from the comfort of his leather chair in his wooded library? Well, no. But it does give me a good basis for dreaming of such.

rowan.walters, so, you think that natural ingredients, such as oakmoss, or eugenol, linalool, farnesol, etc., are bad for your health?????, and the synthetic chemical ingredients IFRA demands replace the natural ingredients are safe? Did you know that lavender or linalool is next on their "to ban" list? Clove oil, or eugenol is going to be banned soon too. See a pattern here? Do you really think that harmless substances such as lavender or clove are bad for your health? Do you think those horrible-smelling toxic chemicals they are replacing natural oils with aren't being absorbed into your bloodstream through your skin and causing REAL harmful effects? You are ignorant, or you are in bed with IFRA and the chemical companies that IFRA is in bed with. Artificial chemical ingredients will give a human cancer or other ill effects before natural fragrance ingredients ever will. Natural perfume oils have been used in perfumery for centuries with no problems whatsoever, except in your twisted imagination. And I don't pay any heed to "studies" funded by the chemical companies. I'm not an idiot. Those "studies" are corrupt and intentionally designed for a desired outcome. You aren't fooling ANYBODY. Get lost. Go douse yourself in cancer causing chemicals and walk around thinking that you smell good. (You smell terrible.) (You smell like a toxic chemical waste dump.)

I blind bought a 125ml bottle of Ferre For Man just because a very good friend of mine (did I say Lana Lool?) was absolutely enthusiastic about this fragrance and as I hold in high regard this man (for his countless values) I went for this purchase with no hesitation. I've to admit it took for me a while to fully appreciate this composition as the opening notes (mainly bergamot and lavender) are not among the best examples of a "catchy opening". They're kind of edgy and too acidic but fortunately they quickly evolve into an amazing fougère made of woods, leather, tobacco, vetiver and floral patterns. Elegant, extremely complex and refined but absolutely not affected as it gathers together more than a single aspect of the 80's powerhouse style. Don't get me wrong, Ferre For Man is not as powerful/overwhelming as many other fragrances of the same genre but, just for that, it can represent a terrific alternative for anyone who's in the mood for a lighter fougere which still shows a considerable amount of testosterone. As a matter of fact, Ferre For Man rapidly became one of my favourite fragrance in the vintage designer's range being a fantastic example of a complex masculine. Great lasting power, good sillage, remarkable personality. Quality stuff. A great all-rounder, an all time favourite. Rating: 8.5/10

Now this is a fragrance that really deserves more broader recognition.... When I first tested Gianfranco Ferre For Man, I concluded - wrongly - that this was a fragrance that was trying too hard, that it was a fragrance that was trying, like CDG's 8 88 many years later, to give the fragrance feel of gold, of riches, of opulence. Something about the initial top-notes led me to think of the eighties and all that was entailed....I washed off and moved on. Then a long time later, I decided to give GFF For Man another chance - and this time wait longer for the drydown. And boy, was that the right thing to do. This fragrance is all about development, all about how a complex fragrance takes time to unfold...and all about the charm of enjoying that happen on your skin over time. The associations of this fragrance are unquestionably Italian, stylish and mature. It is redolent of the good life, but also gives a reflective and 'good-natured' vibe which even charms the wearer. This is very much a fragrance that can improve the mood... Gianfranco Ferre For Man has excellent longevity, greater than usual projection (which is tolerable because the fragrance feels light, fresh and inoffensive) and has good versatility. Its value for money indicator is off the charts.... All said, a really beautiful fragrance to try...

The typical black tie scent, or I would call it a black horse because of its dark, gloomy elegance. And although I will never have more of this, I allowed myself to wear it once in my life. I hope it's not just once. (I got this as a gift for my 18th birthday, and since it ran out and I started to be a fragrance crazy, I've been looking for it all the time.) Let's see what it's like: It smells exactly like Tata's shaving foam. Something divine. The old man had good taste. Every drop of it is a treasure. Something is so amazingly good about this scent.😍🥳🤗 It smells different every moment. I melt, the top, the middle and the base are very addictive.: Yesterday afternoon I sprayed it on my left hand at 2 o'clock. Then, after the heart notes had already opened, I went to take a shower around 4 o'clock, but as befits the greatest ones, the base acords of the fragrance remained. It's noon the next day, the base notes are still present in the intimate zone, and even the carnation from the heart note shines there in waves. Brilliant. I love it. I loved it before, I love it now, and I hope it will be available for a long time.

A blind buy, based on positive Fragrantica reviews and some distant memories. My first test was a bit confusing - applied two sprays only, and the scent evaporated too soon. Not a powerhouse, for sure! But definitely not a weak sister - another test, performed with six sprays (five on my neck and wrists, and one more on a cotton shirt) made me believe in Ferre magic. Opening: sharp, tart, spicy, full of green notes. In five minutes or so, the scent calms down, becoming gentle, soapy and flowery - but retaining a lot of its 'green' character'. And after an hour, it turns into a glorious blend of wood, oakmoss, spice, lavender and freshly cut tobacco - with a twist of lime! The drydown is linear but balanced so well that you wouldn't ask for anything more. An elegant dark green cologne, suitable for every season and occasion. It won't insult anybody at the office, it's perfect for all kinds of formal occasions, and most important, it will help you to feel fresh, confident and happy. I only wish it was a bit stronger in terms of projection. Otherwise, a great scent. Recommended!

One of the best chypre perfumes of all time.If you are into woody fresh aromas ,then you should try this.The first and best(IMO)offering from the fragrantline of the italian house. Ferre for man may starts very fresh due to the mandarin note but turns quickly sour and bitter before tobacco and oakmoss dominate the whole composition. FFM is also slightly sweet only a little bit ,just to balance the bitter and dusty notes.The presence of Vetiver - Oakmoss and patchouli(the typical trio that may someone find in Chypre compositions) can also be detected while the perfume dries down. In general i'm very excited with the fragrantline of the italian fashion house cause Ferre have produced many remarkable perfumes (like Pontaccio 21,Bergamoto Marino,Bluemusk, etc..) and this one is no exception.BUT, if i had to choose between them i would easily pick this one because FFM lasts long ,is mature and above all is complex,cause all of the elements have artistically blended to produce a wonderful sonnet of floral ,woody an hesperoid notes. Classic and elegant in the italian style.BRAVO!

got a small vial 5 mil mini off of ebay, was curious just because i read a comment about a similarity of type of scent to patou por homme..and i was very pleasantly surprised with this, it smells wonderful. very impressed and for the price an unbelievable value ..sometimes we just get lucky, and this one is a winner, get a wiff of this one if you enjoy the classic fougere fragrances...i really do and will be adding this one. a very very nice fragrance it does remind me of the classic style of colognes like patou , derby's and other powerhouse fragrance.. man style.....and at these prices an outstanding value and should be considered. I ended up purchasing a full bottle at a great price. splendid fragrance. such an underated scent. thank goodness for fragrantica, and all of its readers talking about this one. I actually ended up purchasing a small 1 oz spray , the bottle just like the one pictured above, I am almost out of it, I did not realize I would wear it as often as I have. excellent fragrance and has become one of my favorite scents to wear.

I just received this one in the mail. The bottle is an all-black tester. My initial impression is that this is a very subdued yet full-bodied scent. Compared to other 80s fragrances with similar compositions, this one lacks that initial sharpness of citrus, musk, and wood. I would consider this scent to be slightly dated but still elegant. On my skin I am reminded of my bottle of Santos de Cartier, except Santos has a bit stronger scent, with the top notes being more cutting, but it is a vintage bottle so that is to be expected. I assume that with this being a newer formulation (from what I have read) the sillage seems to be moderate. I have yet to determine the longevity (I just sprayed it and wanted my to record my initial assessment). UPDATE: So I had applied it at the beginning of the afternoon (around 3 pm) and this scent was going strong at around 10 pm. The projection was diminished, of course, but my clothes still reeked of this fragrance, which I found pleasant and well worth the money spent.

super classy mature scent. perfect blend with a bitter citrus, oakmoss and tobacco. ferre for man is without a doubt a "non modern parfume", it clearly comes from another age and i love this thing. it reminds me a rich mature gentleman, serious and strong. unfortunately i received the latest formulation, the bottle is not all-black but it was made by ITF in the early '00. it has the oakmoss and treemoss in the list of ingredients. the performance is a bit disappointing, longevity is 4-5 hours and sillage is for 1,5 hour, projection is not strong, not a powerhouse to be clear. i dont regret the purchase but i was expecting something more from the performance. the fragrance in itself is really good, not for young people, fits better for 30 and up.grazie per l'attenzione! scent: 9 longevity:6,5 silage:6,7 uniqueness: 9 bottle: 9 versatility: 7,5 my vote: 8,5 in one word: mature

I can understand younger noses tripping over the opening top notes, which sort of remind me of Ho Hang Club's top end - is it carnation? juniper? I've come to love it, but it takes a while to understand. The drydown gives off comforting wafts. That's my favorite part of this one. Scent association: A refined elderly Italian gentleman wearing a vest by a wood fire, sitting on a comfortable chair next to a lamp. He's reading and smoking a pipe and the evening is quiet. The walls are paneled with wood and there is no television or electronic gadgetry present. He's lived with more dignity than you and remains calm and purposeful in the face of life's troubles, so show some respect. This is his signature scent. Overall, balanced nicely. Sad to see it go, but not surprised. Will hold onto and treasure my bottle. 9/10

This is an EXTREMELY sophisticated fragrance. Unlike most typical powerhouse scents, this is not bold. It is very restrained, like saying more with silence than with words. It is the only chypre perfume that I own. Even though many of my perfumes contain patchouli, in none of them is it so evident as in this one. This scent is absolutely irrelevant for the popular tastes of today. When I think of all the Guilties, Sahariennes, and 1 Millions, I really become sad. It is like these really need an apology in the face of perfumes like this one. GF for Man is in all probability one of the last examples of a perfume that you could not pick to wear according to your mood, like most people would do today. Rather, you had to have the corresponding behaviour, in order to wear this with dignity.

Green citrus-y opening, that will quickly morph into an aromatic lavender supported by carnation. Shortly after, it again morphs into a bitter musky oakmoss, supported by noticeable patchouli, petitgrain and vetiver, that will overall give a stunning impression of soapy tobacco. A loss of strength is expected when buying an old fragrance, and my bottle is no exception. That said, it doesn't impact its beauty at all. This one stands on the same shelf as Lauder for Men and VC&A pour Homme, both in scent profile, and in my heart. In summary: a masterpiece on which oakmoss lovers shall put their hands on. Fall/Winter days, 35+ Note: review for the "Diana de Silva" first vintage formulation, two different batches tested on side-by-side, which are exactly identical.