Iceberg Man

Unlike one reviewer, I don't think this smells much like VIP Playboy Men, except perhaps for those who don't have much experience with these kinds of scents. I do agree with those who said the drydown is similar to Dior Homme Intense. This is a big step up from most of the Playboy line, and once again makes me think that the "top designers" have a major issue, because they are restricted (or self-restricted?) with IFRA and their prices are simply not justified relative to these "cheapos" that are really good. I can imagine many guys using this scent yet telling everyone it's DHI, and who would be able to tell? I waited for a good deal on a bottle and I'm very glad I did! I don't agree with the reviewer who said this is just an old grandpa scent, because this isn't animalic, this doesn't have that "blob" quality that so many of those did, and it also lacks that heavy musky element. This one is more articulated and the lavender isn't as strong as it was in so many of the older "masculines." Instead, it has a kind of particulate texture that is more in line with "modern masculines." Also,I think there was a Paul Smith scent, perhaps Man 2, that is somewhat similar, and since that's hard to get now at a good price, this might be a good substitute for some people. UPDATE: Second wearing and it's as good or better than the first wearing. Unlike some scents, which I find less compelling on second or third wearings, such as One Man Show Ruby Edition, this is "the real deal;" a "super cheapo" that is way up there with the better designers.

I'm from Poland in Central Europe. I bought it today at local Rossmann store in my hometown. 144,99 PLN (less than 40 USD) for 50ml (1.7 fl.oz.) After removing the cork I sensed the smell slightly diluted Gucci Pour Homme. One spray on my hand and I sensed for... I don't know, maybe for half a minute? lemon mixed with black pepper. Which then developed into a sweet powder scent. Sweet but fortunately not too sweet - no choking, no headache. This is definitely the most feminine part of this scent (Iceberg Man) as a whole, it will be to many people "love it or hate it" part. When the smell starts to settle and dry on skin, it develops into... My mother which is 62 y/o woman commented as follows: "what a beautiful scent!". She told me that this scent reminds her one of Max Factor's powder from the 80's. Design of the bottle is also very interesting, it's slightly twisted prism. It looks as if someone turned the Givenchy Very Irresistible for men bottle.

I must say I find this very sexy.. Got it for the fella I`m with for winter as it was cheap enough, and read the reviews here, didn`t make much of it, I just wanted something `wintery` for him as he has all sorts of citrusy and soapy scents..This is peppery-amber with a good dose of labdanum and woods; it smells strong on him and appears to be lasting too. The name aptly describes this scent I think, it is `manly`. Strangely enough he likes it too, which does not happen often - I got him fancier perfs in the past and paid no heed to them, the only perfumes that made him truly happy so far were Versace Dreamer and Calvin Klein Obsession (both `cheapies`..) To this one he said `this one is good` straight away. Both of us are happy. Fellas, try this one in the winter months, it will be a good friend if ye like strong and spicy scents.

This fragrance reminds me of a few other fragrances. Yes, it has a very similar vibe of DHI. But the similarly is bigger to Rochas Lui and Lanvin Arpege pour Homme, both fragrances sadly disconnected. To me this one is a perfect replacement for those two. Performances are just perfect for me, great longevity but with a very classy moderate projection. This fragrance punches so much above its price. Outstanding quality, the definition of a hidden gem.

Best designer release of the decade! Absolutely stunning fragrance. Beautifully woody, dry, warm sophistication with a perfect, never pushy yet extremely long lasting performance. It lingers and pleases the wearer for the enitre day and leaves a trail of masterfully blended intelligent, humorous and vibrant aura. You can be reminded of others fragrances yes but no compsrison here because this one exceeds and superceeds them all. Bravo Iceberg!!