1725

I'm already starting to miss the time when the comments here only talked about perfumes, without all the woke bs. there is a very nice word UNISEX which means that the product can be suitable for both men and women, not gender free, not androgynous, not nonbinary, simply UNISEX. people, don't bring your woke infection to this page, no one cares how you feel today, male or female, no one cares how many made up nice sounding words you know, this page is for fragrance enthusiasts and everything related to fragrances, so keep it that way, ok ? :) the smell is wonderful. very mild, as soon as I bought the bottle and smelled the scent, I thought it smelled like a prelude to sex, I don't know why, but after wearing this scent for about a week, I understand that the temptation here is very subtle, airy, this scent doesn't scream, it calmly invites you to come closer, this juice, body heat and light sweat creates something magical that cannot be resisted. if I were a woman and my date would smell like this, I would really only think about making love, really... :D I don't understand how such a correlation between the smell and the name of the perfume is possible :D this smell really doesn't leave any gaps, the women around you will know it clearly why did you came here ;)

I do not really know what to say about this fragrance, I really don’t. I hate liquorice, I hate Star Anise, but the reviews all gave me an indicator that this was very well blended, and ll the notes seemed so haphazard that they all must play a symphony I've never been acquainted with before. Oh well, I decided to buy it, and test it, and my oh my. First and fore mostly, I can not believe how unique this is, I have never, ever smelled anything quite like this, nor does it conjure up images of it being alike anything else I have smelled. I also Ama again doubly shocked that this was released 22 years ago. I am about to be blasphemous and say, Fredric Malle, Carnal Flower, POAL, Must Ravaguer have all been trumped by this. This sits in the classic, unique and so, oh so delightful pedestal all on its own. I am horrendous at describing or painting pictures of how the different notes and accords dance with one another, and so many others have already described in exquisite and artistic detail. I am merely here to say, this is simply gorgeous, to another level. it is extremely classy, very elegant, I thought initially that it would be worn on occasions, but I have a confession, I have not stopped wearing it, since I bought it. This is must, this is sublime.

"Cookie Fougère" of Licorice, Marzipan & Lavender... This is so good. It's quite sweet, and the almond-vanilla has a paste texture that evokes marzipan. I agree with reviewer alphairone below who describes it as "An anisette cookie fougere, sprinkled lightly with powdered sugar and resting on a hassock of lavender...this barbershop is adjacent to an Italian bakery." 1725 was composed as a tribute to Casanova, and I could imagine the late Heath Ledger wearing this while filming Casanova (film 2005). The discovery set insert reads: "Giacomo Girolamo Casanova: a man whose name has come to symbolize seduction. For every Casanova, here is an eau de parfum inviting intense pleasure with amber fern, find woody accords and touches of sparkling Italian bergamot. " I get some reminders of Le Male Jean Paul Gaultier & Hypnotic Poison Dior. and for an oversimplified comparison this could be a masculine version of Hypnotic Poison, or in a family of sweet almond-anise scents including Loverdose Diesel, Lolita Lempicka Lolita Lempicka and Hypnotic Poison Dior. It makes sense, since Hypnotic Poison is considered a femme fatale scent, while Casanova is reputed for his notorious amorous adventures. It's a love for me. 10/10. Enjoy!

A fresh, clean fragrance suitable (in my opinion) for both sexes. I am not sure how I would imagine Mr Casanova to smell - like this? Perhaps... 1725 is certainly an attractive barbershop-style fragrance that is hard to dislike. The typical descriptions enter the nose/brain upon first sniff - 'clean', 'fresh', etc. Lavender is present from the off, and also throughout. Vanilla is what helps make 1725 a potential scent for both sexes. A hint of almond and warming amber. In fact, the combination of lavender and vanilla makes me think of JPG Le Male - only a more mature version. Fairly linear scent throughout. Ideal for work, casual days, etc. If you are looking for a projection beast in 1725, then it is not for you. 1725 sits very close to the skin from the off, surrounding you in your own little sweet-lavender-bubble. Longevity, however, is slightly greater - six hours and it should still be noticeable. So, as I mentioned, what is not to like about smelling clean and fresh? Performance, if that is your thing. If not, and the odd delightful whiff of yourself every now and again throughout the day is what you want, 1725 should be a welcome fragrance in any collection.

Soft Seducer (Sylvie Jourdet, 2001) Bottle Design: Olivia Grandperrin Scentrack: Art of Noise – Love Beat Casanova opens up with the beautiful and brisk grapefruit, accompanied by the anise, and clean, soft and full bodied lavender. Everything is so innocent, fluffy, white and airy. Like a chilly morning in a lavender plantation. White almonds give almost some Amaretto accord. It has the softest and the most expensive barbershop vibe I have ever encountered. Soft, creamy and visually pale. Maybe it's too easy to say for fragrance is beautiful, but it perfectly describes 1725. Absolutely stunning to me. Perfectly balanced and tweaked fragrance. Casanova’s calming sensuality is so alluring. To its drydown Casanova becomes a little bit darker with just a touch of warm amber, creamy vanilla and sandalwood. A semi gourmand unisex barbershop perfection. One of the best, if not the best barbershop fragrance. A true beauty in the classic form, like an Andrea Palladio’s project in a new millennium form. Old charmer in a new era, a seduction at the first sniff. Highly recommended. Rating: 10/10

This is undoubtedly one of the best perfumes I own, and I have hundreds. I bought it many years ago and have used it in any situation and during any season. Despite being very subtle and ethereal, it has a strong presence and a defined personality hidden behind an initial impression of a warm, clean, and safe fragrance. It's not a perfume that screams, but you feel it, and it faithfully accompanies you during both summer and winter. I recently finished the bottle, but I'm about to buy another one. I believe that 1725 easily ranks in my top 3 alongside Carnal Flower and Ambre Precieux. I don't know why many associate 1725 with the scent of baby wipes. I dare to hypothesize that it depends largely on the undeniable differences in taste among citizens of the continents of the world. As an Italian, I consider this perfume a masterpiece that speaks softly, a small pearl in a sea of unnecessary noise. Americans, don't hate me: it's like when I choose a restaurant on TripAdvisor and select the option for reviews in my language. Europeans, step forward.

1725 has an understated beginning that is warm, spicy and sweet, but is nothing particularly spectacular. You think, that was nice, but I don’t see what all the fuss is about. Hang around though, as things get more interesting as the scent develops. After the dry-down it morphs gently into a powdery lavender, with a soapy spice that is really quite pleasant. Again, nothing spectacular, but then it starts to grow on you, and something strange happens. Like the famous lover who is the inspiration behind the scent it has an alluring magnetism that creeps up on you, and before you know where you are you have done something utterly unexpected and fallen in love. Was this deliberate? Perhaps 1725 really is the essence of romantic love in a bottle? You try not to be impressed, but what can you do? You are in love, reality dissipates and you are taken away to a very silly, ephemeral and purposefully deluded place, but there’s nowhere else that you would rather be.

Finally added this to my collection after many years of careful consideration. Perfect, mellow fougere, bright bergamot in the opening What sets this apart is the herbal aspect, and to me it's almost a smooth blend of thyme, bay leaves, maybe cardamom or something? This works so well with coumarin, and the mossy, classic structure of a fougere. This fragrance is very similar to Invasion Barbare which has this similar herbal note/accord turned up to 11, this is slightly toned down from base to top, but essentially the same and this was the main reason I hadn't bought it because I wanted the MDCI but reality is... it's a little pricey and such but you could definitely own both and find distinctions between them for all their likeness. This is just such a satisfying and classical wear, such a joy.

Love it! This is most definitely a unisex scent. Girls if you enjoy lavender and vanilla then you must try this beauty. This lovely has gone some way to provide me with a substitute for Kilians Taste of Heaven Verte. I think this a teeny touch more gourmand but its not over sweet. This is a fougere just on the edge of gourmand. I get the lavender, vanilla, licorice, anise and almond nuttiness. I do get a blast of citrus notes on the opening but they are fleeting. It does smell a touch masculine in the first half hour but then it dries down to my kind of perfection. Warm lavender, vanilla and anise. The amber is not obvious to me but I'm sure some warmth comes from there. I think I could wear this anywhere. It has a timeless quality. I get good longevity and moderate sillage.

Mrrob sums it upp very well, its my go to sleep scent. Every note is so very nicely done, the blend is superb, and it gives a old school yet modern touch, its like a creamy dreamy powdery wonder. I would not even say its that much off a fougere, its in a Leauge off its own. You can ware it in a suit...in the bath..naked...every place is a place to wear this wonderful gem Talking points are the almond and the lavender in this beauty, anis and licorice note is mostly prominent in the opening were it combines w the grape and makes a sour explosion for about a second, then it calmes down and acts smoooth and friendly Now its time to sleep...two sprays and my pillow will carry my on soft clouds to the dream land..

Absolute go-to for fresh, dandyish vibes. Leans formal but can easily be worn in a t-shirt and jeans as long as nothing is sloppy/ill-fitting. For me, and I acknowledge the oddness of this statement, I find it works with either a light application (for a subtle, questioning silage) or a go-for-broke, heavy application (for a confident cloud). Going moderate seems to be confusing. Again, that’s just me. Seasons: I wouldn’t wear this in high heat, but it’s versatile enough to work in any season under 75 degrees. Perfect for: 1. Date night, though not first date. 2. Fancy functions, though specifically to stand out from the boring fancy folk. 3. Cool outdoor spring events.

I sampled this a few years ago and was so taken by its originality that I've purchased several 15 ml bottles and I'm now onto my first full bottle. I don't consider this a fougere; the brightness of the opening is not 'barber-shop' style, it's zingy, fresh and lighthearted, yes, but more of a gentle 'wake-up', not a sharp slap in the face. Charming, not abrupt. The dry down is what makes it so unique; it's soft, welcoming, sensual. Totally unisex. Some men who're looking for the old-school fougere will be disappointed but those who want something entirely unique will be delighted. I'm a woman and love to wear it in warm weather. Give it a try! It's a true delight.

Smells like I just took a trip to the coolest barbershop! This lavender is amongst the nicest I smell and it has a really nice creamy dry down.. The longevity is great and it projects nicely for about 2 hours.. I really dig this fragrance.. I don’t have a full bottle of this so I can’t really speak much about the presentation.. I actually got this fragrance when I was subscribed to scent bird.. Reason being is that the price for a bottle is kinda expensive for my taste.. I thought it was a good deal. I will have to save up for this someday.. Rating 9.4

Beautiful contemporary fougere that dabbles in spicy, barbershop, and gourmand territories. It definitely evokes Invasion Barbare, especially the drydown that feels like a sweet, crisp marriage of lavender, spice, and coumarin. I also find a similar final drydown in Lutens' Fourreau Noir. I can see how people get a bit of Lolita Lempicka Au Masculin from the notable licorice/anise note that manages to be well-balanced. Delectable, easy to wear, and much more budget friendly than IB without feeling like a step down in quality. Great scent!

I'm amazed that 1725 targeted men since it's perfectly androgynous. The initial burst of citrus, most of which comes from bergamot thins out as soon as licorice and anis sink their spicy tentacles into it and then comes in a powdery lavender (almond plays along well) without suffocating you or clinging to your nostrils, vanilla boosts the totality of the scent but it never blabs and is quite in harmony with others. Now I don't want to lavish 1725 with undeserved praise but to me it's one of the best powdery spicy lavenders around.

One of the best Aromatic Fougere perfumes out there. Lavender and vanilla opening is very familiar and typical, but the added Licoric note give an amazing twist and depth. First few minutes bit sharp, but after 15 to 20 minutes it’s a pure bliss. Then after around 6hours it goes to a different direction, too much dusty/powdery vibe, at this stage quite similar to Le Male dry down which I don’t really enjoy. Yes it’s kinda remind me Invasion Barbare in the beginning, but IB has lot of cardamom. I enjoy 1725 more than IB.

Oh wow, the first 10 minutes of this are like a straight shot of absinthe. I'm not a fan of anise-dominated fragrances, but it doesn't take long for the licorice/anise to come into balance with the the other notes before eventually bowing out in the drydown. The slightly sweet, powdery, fougere"ish" drydown is unlike anything else I own and makes the initial licorice blast worth it for me. Much more modern than classic to my nose. Either way, easy to love this one even if, like me, you're not an anise fan.

I get licorice, almonds, lavender and vanilla. I'm loving this perfume. I bought it for it's similarity to By by Dolce and Gabanna and have fallen in love ith it for it's own merits. I'm a Guerlain-o-phile. This perfume reads very Guerlainade to me. As it dries down I get all the things I love about Guerlain perfumes from this sauce. Very handsome, very clean-cut, very beautiful. I just pulled the trigger on a big bottle of this to enjoy for years to come. Can't say enough good things about this perfume.

I like this as a summer variation of Lempicka Au Masculin more than I did LL Au Masculin L'eau, as it dials down some of the mild "green-ness" of AM and replaces it with the blend of citrus notes. It's just a touch less sweet (though not by much) and I feel that these changes, combined with that fougere-ishness that many pick up on fill that spot as a summer-friendly take on a powdery-anise-licorice scent (which I like to use some variation of throughout the year) quite nicely.

Smells pretty much like baby powder and not much else. Maybe some fancy baby powder. It lasts quite a while. It is very cozy and pleasant. I like it, but I think it's a bit overpriced for what it is. If I had money to burn... I prefer Invasion Barbare simply because there is more there. But the dry down is very similar. Pasha, i order a small sample of this, along with some other niche fragrances from Luckyscent for pretty cheap.

Soft, sweet and to some extent floral kind of scent. I have invasion barbare and it does resemble invasion barbare quite well I must say but taking into account the price differences, I would buy this ahead of invasion barbare 7 days a week. Classic, definitely unisex and really pleasant. The only cons of this might be that the "baby powder" feeling is a bit too intense here. Scent: 9/10 Projection: 8/10 Longevity: 8/10

We sat with a group of friends yesterday at a beach bar,drinking crisp verdejo and coctails.The weather was 25 part sunny part not with a breezy wind.I went to the toilet and sprayed this on my wrist,one on the neck and one at the back of my neck.I came back and after 5 minutes one of the companions said in awe. Guys...do you as well smell this beautifull suntan creme,someone near has applied....I love it?? :)

This is not a fougere, it's mostly lavendery powder and white smelling makeup, with glimpses of light pastel colors. A very nice and pleasant scent, gentle and velvety, projection is appropriate and longevity is great. It's similar to Prada Black and equally good. After all, it seems you don't need to be a macho powerhouse to charm women, at contrary! :D See Rorshach1004's review, it's the best! :) 8/10

My favorite from this outstanding house. Got a 14mL some years ago went through it in no time. Bought a big bottle and that's about half empty. I wear this stuff every day in the springtime. The smoothest scent I've ever encountered. Invasion Barbare is also amazing but that has more of a punch. To the observer however, they're essentially interchangeable. Rating - 9/10

Страхотен от началото до края! Сладък, леко пикантен, пудрен, уютен, топъл и успокояващ. Универсално ухание, но не си го представям да го нося в дъждовно време. Иначе за топло и студено, за сутрин и за вечер ми се струва подходящ. Отлично представяне и трайност! Наистина прелъстителен аромат. Мъжки аромат, който разбира жените - истински Казанова. Оценявам го 9/10.

I've tried this and now own it. Very much like MDCI Invasion Barbare. Very alluring, warm, spicy, heavy anise which I like and licorice nuanced. If you have one, you don't need the other. It's redundant. Longevity is very respectable and sillage equally so. Since the quality is so high, you'll pay! A very well made fragrance, excellent quality workmanship.

Powdery soft spices! What an awesome transitional-weather scent. The whole thing is very soft and airy actually, which makes it an absolute pleasure to wear because it's warm and light and uplifting. If gourmands or ambers aren't ordinarily to your liking then this could offer a really good entry point, the floral notes really soften the whole thing out.

Spicy soapy opening with anise and licorice Lavender and citrus hints peeking through Drydown is compeltely woody with creamy sandalwood, amber notes tied together with sweet vanilla There are still remainders of licorice and anise but the lavender and citrus completely disappear It's a lovely scent that I ofter wear before I go to sleep

This is a nice guy frag. It is fresch, but warm and spicy. Does not project too much, but lasts. It will not offend, and is a compliment magnet. Work scent. Main notes are lavander, almond, licorice, anise, vanilla and santal. Well balanced, nothing screaching. You can wear it at any time and any season. 10/10.

One of the best in my collection. Beautiful fragrance, perfect combination of spicy/aromatic notes with semi sweet base structure. it is more light than heavy. It is structured, deep, complicated. Moreover that price is so good, in that era of perfumes you rarely can take something good for low/medium price

1725 I was given this perfume as a gift from a generous fellow reviewer! And I have to say it is the most refined lavender and vanilla fragrance I have ever smelled, really top notch. Some have said that it has a barbershop vibe... Maybe, in the if you just had a $200 haircut and shave...

It might seem like a fairly ordinary scent, but I think 9 out of 10 people would find it appealing. It’s soft, warm, and gives off the image of a stable, reliable man. There’s also a subtle sweetness to it. I wear it casually as a daily fragrance during the fall and winter seasons.

No one has mentioned this but to my nose it has the same Almond note which I equate to Van Clef's Midnight in Paris. I have always wanted to catch that accord with a much more masculine vibe. I have done that with 1725. Casanova is here. Sexy,appealing and inviting.

Extremely attractive perfume.. The lavender and vanilla combo is done to perfection. Very alluring scent that is smooth and blended with mastery. Can't imagine this work of art is launched 22 years ago as it smells so contemporary. 10/10 for me and blind buy worthy.

Chivalry in a bottle. Powdery, sweet, and elegant. Similar to Invasion Barbare? Yes. But not the same. This is a romantic scent best reserved for dates and special occasions. This is what a well groomed gentleman should smell like.

A perfumed finch from some mythical pleasure garden. Light, sweet, and effortlessly charming. Longevity isn't great, but otherwise my favorite scent I've tried from the line so far.

Very fresh,masculine and stylish.I would buy it for my husband! Good combination of freshness of the citrus with the warmth of the spice! I like!

Love the dryness, powderness, and spiciness of this perfume. The wood note in it is lovely. Will go well for men and women too.

almond, anisette stella d'oro, powdered sugar, and spice. slight zestyness of citrus. very good masculine scent.

A really lovely, versatile gourmand. There’s no season or time of day where this would be out of place.

it's very similar to Yerbamate by Lorenzo Villoresi, a really nice one 👌

Amazing, super frsh but yet complex, good performance , lovely scent

Smells like summer holidays at the aqua park.

Hypnotic Poison: Man. *ducks rotten tomatoes*

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I'd say women can wear 1725 too.

I just got it and here are my thoughts. OPENING: Smells completely different than i thought it would, but not in a bad way, but I definitely don ́t get any citruses from the opening at all, except a sweet orange note that kind of reminds me of sunscreen, which i am a fan of, but i would honestly prefer something more fresh, like for example the bergamot note in Armani Code. I also smell lavenders and licorice a lot. DRYDOWN: Dry down is beautiful. The vanilla note comes in play and makes everything smoother. It kind of reminds me of baby wipes. I saw some people compare this to Le Male, Armani Code and Invasion Barbare. I don ́t know how IB smells but this does not smell like Le Male or Armani Code. Maybe like 15% resemblance to LM and 10% resemblance to Code. Both code and le male are way more fresh and masculine, this on the other hand is creamy and unisex and just something completely different. PERFORMANCE is not bad, but i would appreciate slightly better performance sillage wise, because even though with perfumes like this (sweet and seductive) you probably don ́t want to have 10 feet room filling sillage, it still could be slightly better. FINAL THOUGHTS: I really like this one, but i don ́t think i am going to buy another bottle just because it ́s just not fresh enough for me. I would also definitely call this unisex. I can easily imagine a woman wearing this, even though it might be slightly more masculine leaning. It could easily be used as a signature scent. Edit: After wearing it multiple times i learned to like it even more than before. I would give it like 6 before, but now, after a month, i rate it 8

Histoires de Parfums 1725 is a real tribute to Casanova, I mean the actual historical character not a casanova on the prowl. So, what does this mean for the scent? To be honest this is a powdery scent with hints of citrus, almond, and licorice with a bit of lavender and star anise. The opening of this scent is not my favorite, Its is a really powdery opening, think Casanova's powdered wig. The opening, after holding on for olfactory patience, gives way to a fantastic mid. The amber and sandalwood give this scent some muscle, and then we get the licorice and lavender with some hints of almond, lingering citrus, star anise and vanilla. HdP 1725 then shifts from powdery to slightly creamy and a bit gourmandish, which in my opinion saves this scent and renders it really enjoyable and wearable. I think I read into the hype a bit too much with this one. A lot of people say it has a barbershop vibe, which I think is due in part to people reading lavender in the notes. Its is not a barbershop scent per se, but I feel 1725 is a gentleman's scent. Now, this scent is tricky to find an occasion to wear it. Yes, I can get all cliche and say; wear 1725 with a nice suit and tie. But no. I think 1725 is what you wear when like Casanova often did; plot. Yes, have you crossed paths with the love of your life and do not have the courage or the right plan to break the ice? Well get home spray on some 1725 for the evening crack open a bottle of red, put on some Otis Redding or Gainsbourg and write a sonnet or pair the perfect flowers to a letter. 1725 will leave you feeling comfortable and romantically inspired.

So, I recently became intrigued (once again) with mixed (and slightly gourmand) almond-centric fragrances. After completing much research online and elsewhere, I decided to buy several, generous decants of almond, or Tonka-centric fragrances. And "1725 Casanova" is probably the "least" almond forward fragrance I sampled from the bunch. And I steer away from gender-categorizing fragrances. However, I think I would prefer this scent on a guy versus a woman. As many others have cited, 1725 opens with a definite citrus blast and a rather lavender-heavy, "barber-shop" accord, which is okay...definitely not offensive. As the fragrance develops on skin, some almond notes emerge, along with anise and woods. There's definitely discernible almond in the drydown (base) but not a whole lot. Yet, almond does emerge along with the lavender and the woody, ambery, vanilla notes. And as the fragrance develops on skin, it definitely turns a bit powdery and soapy...barbershop. I like 1725's drydown and base notes much more so that it's opening. But throughout the wear, which is 4-5 hours, floral lavender notes linger and dominate...which is fine if this is what you're seeking. Lavender, amber, vanilla and almond. It's a nice fragrance.

The opening is fresh, soft and warm almond lavender talcum powder smell. Like a man that just left the barbershop & walked into the bakery next door & there’s fresh croissants nearby. Absolutely no citrus in the fragrance. I begin to pick up on a couple of unpleasant notes mixing, Amber, sandalwood & licorice.. which is just a tad scratchy (sandalwood always does this to me). The almond is noticeable & quite a nice twist. Overall it’s a pleasant wearing. Kinda like a mix of Darley, Prada Black & baby powder. Wish the almond/ vanilla was amped up just a touch. Edit: Sometimes on the dry down a few hours later, I get make-up bag vibes (might be the quality of lavender mix).. like a feminine beauty product, just hints at it. It hurts my head after about 1hr. It’s lacking a deeper note to hold it down as more masculine. begins to tilt to the unisex side ever so slightly. Because of this, I like to layer 1725 with actual fougére fragrances, making them powdery & fluffy.. Or w/ something cocoa 🤤. 1725 has made its way in my top 10 for life. good silage so I suggest 1-2 sprays max