Knize Forest

Knize Forest, an Aromatic Fougere, was an olfactory journey that encapsulated the essence of a timeless forest. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this fragrance wove a tapestry of natural and aromatic notes, creating a captivating symphony that unfolded on the masculine skin. As the initial notes danced into the air, a burst of freshness emanated – a harmonious blend of Orange, Bergamot, Lavender, Petitgrain, and Amalfi Lemon. It was like stepping into a sunlit clearing, where the zesty citrus and herbal nuances instantly invigorated the senses. The opening was a breath of crisp, clean air, setting the stage for the journey through Knize Forest. Venturing further, the heart notes revealed a rich interplay of Basil, Sage, Oregano, Palisander Rosewood, Carnation, Geranium, and Rosemary. Here, the fragrance deepened into the heart of the forest, where the aromatic herbs mingled with the warmth of wood and the subtle sweetness of florals. It was an exploration of nature's bounty, where each note contributed to the complexity of the fragrance, evoking a sense of grounded masculinity. As the fragrance settled into its foundation, the base notes emerged, grounding Knize Forest in the earthy embrace of oak moss, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk, Amber, French labdanum, and Patchouli. This phase was akin to the sturdy roots of ancient trees, creating a solid and enduring foundation. The earthy, woody, and musky tones intertwined, leaving a lingering trail that was both sophisticated and comforting. Knize Forest was more than a fragrance; it was an ode to the untamed spirit of the forest, encapsulated in a bottle. It spoke to the man who appreciated the rugged beauty of nature, finding strength and inspiration in the authenticity of the outdoors. The composition was a harmonious balance of citrusy brightness, herbal complexity, and earthy depth, making it a timeless choice for the discerning gentleman who sought a connection to the essence of the wild. In the symphony of Knize Forest, the woods came alive, and the wearer became part of the enduring legacy of the masculine spirit intertwined with nature's grandeur.

According to the Knize website, the notes are: Top note: orange, lemon, petitgrain, bergamot, lavender Heart note: rosemary, sage, oregano, geranium, rosewood, clove Base note: vetiver, patchouli, sandalwood, ambergris, labdanum, oak moss, musk Great fougere fragrance, in the same vein as Green Irish Tweed. Smooth and quite natural smelling. The sandalwood-ambergris base is very Creed-like. Thumbs up.

This, together with Knize Ten, is the most interesting composition in the Knize's range. A green fougère that in many apsects recalls of the more popular Green Irish Tweed (expecially during the inital phase). A pine and herbal opening (mainly rosemary and sage) with hints of mint that evolves into an oakmoss and sandalwood lead drydown. Overall Knize Forest is airy and salubrious and will make the happyness of many coneheads out there. Long lasting, refined, distinctive and a lot cheaper than GIT. Rating: 7.5-8/10

This does smell very much like a forest, even without any coniferous notes (this is actually mostly composed of aromatic greens, fruits, and woody notes). But although it's pleasant and well-blended, it comes across as just another ordinary fougère rather than as anything to make anyone sit up and take notice.

Knize Ten is a favourite, but Forest is a big disappointment for me. A very basic Irish Spring soapy scent, a typical early-90s sudsy fougère, with a touch of creamy musk in the dry down. I’ve had a small sample for years that I’ve never felt much urge to finish.

عطر صيفي لطيف من دار مغمورة بعض الشيء كما يبدو من اسمه أنه يريد ان يعبر عن رائحة الغابات ولكن اي نوع من الغابات؟؟ هل تعلم أن هناك غابات عشبية تجاور البحار والمحيطات نعم يوجد هذا في الواقع وداخل زجاجة عطر فوريست أيضا الحمضيات في المقدمة خافتة نوعا ما زهرة الجرانيوم هي حسنة وميزة هذا العطر الصيفي وكأننا في الصيف حتما تضيق صدورنا بسبب ارتفاع حرارة الجو امتزاج الريحان واللافندر وزهرة القرنفل بأخشاب البلوط والصندل جميل ومحير في نفس الوقت الفيتيفير ستجده دائما وكأنه يريد أن يكون موجودا على الدوام ولكن بشكل غير خانق بسبب وجود نوتة سويتية بودرية "خافتة فقط للتوازن" لوجود العنبر والمسك معا كما أن وجود الباتشولي والريحان سيجعلانك تشعر بوجود النعناع التوابل لها وجود ولكنه لا يخرج العطر من الحالة الفوجيرية الانتعاشية لو كنت دقيقا محترف الأنف فستلحظ وجود نوتة صناعية بعض الشيء ولكنها لن تزعحك الرائحة دائما مقبولة من الجميع وهذه أهم ميزات العطر الثبات والفوحان جيدان كعطر صيفي ولا يجب أن نغفل السعر المقبول للعطر

nice herbal scent lots of basil and lavender combined with oakmoss. This does not smell at all like GIT so those that thinking of getting a lower cost GIT think again and save your money thanks god i sampled this.I have owned many bottles of GIT and it's completely different. This Scent is a classy fragrance in it's own right and i would not compare it to GIT at all, not even Floris JF. To my nose the basil and oregano are the main players in this scent. had the basil been swapped for mint it would be more closer to GIT but even then it would not compare as it's a totally different scent. you cannot go by the opening as it's misleading.This is not a poormans GIT as it's still pretty expensive if you ask me. Coolwater can qualify as the cheaper alternative which becomes aquatic. Please sample before buying.

This is the cerberus of fragrances. Knize forest is a combination of 3 things: Irish Spring Soap, Cool Water, and Green Irish Tweed. The nostalgic aroma of gym class locker rooms are ever present here. Lengthy longevity only if you dump the entire bottle on your body otherwise, it's gone in about 2hrs and 30min. It's a much cheaper option than Green Irish Tweed but way more expensive than Cool Water and Irish Spring Soap. Solve that riddle of pros vs. cons.

Green, herbal and quite refreshing. I see some of the GIT similarity in the opening. My 50ml bottle isn't getting much use so its up on the 'Bay. Interested UK folk might want to check it out. Anyway, GIT on the cheap? Possibly, but certainly a solid classic that holds it's own very well and makes you feel like you've stepped out of your log cabin ready for a relaxing morning Alpine walk.

This opens with a green fresh burst of pine and herbal notes and straight away you get the green Irish Tweed/cool water vibe. As time passes it drys down to a nice Sandalwood accord. The ingredients smell natural but this scent is let down by it's longevity of about two hours. Shame!

A classic aromatic fougere with green opening dominated by rosemary, then moving into bitter sage and petitgrain before settling on a lightly ambered mossy base. Great stuff when the mood for a aromatic green fougere strikes.

I definitely get the GIT comparison, but it's done in a different way. I would recommend giving this a test, because I think it's worth the $75

Knize Ten is brilliant, but this smells like a cheap version of a lot of other cheap things. Verges on horrifying.

The Poor Man's version of Green Irish Tweed, performs cheap, smells cheap!

Pine Sol, fades into soap. No.