Paco Rabanne Pour Homme

Paco Rabanne Pour Homme EDT from 1973 might in fact be one of the three best fougères I've come across so far. Creed Green Irish Tweed is usually lauded by many fragrance aficionados as the "king" of green fragrances and the epitome of spring in a bottle, but I have to respectfully disagree on that one. While, to me, Ralph Lauren Polo "Green" EDT from 1978 is the true "king" of men's green fragrances, and it's primarily a formal cold weather fragrance for me personally, the title "epitome of spring in a bottle" definitely goes to Paco Rabanne Pour Homme EDT from 1973. How it smells: Paco Rabanne Pour Homme EDT from 1973 is an effortlessly elegant and timeless men's fragrance, masculine and confident, mossy, woodsy, forest-like, green, wet, and cold as a spring day in a boreal forest or a wet and damp spring meadow in the green rolling hills of Ireland or the windswept, cold, and green Scottish highlands surrounded by the cold, wet freshness of the Atlantic Ocean. It's like taking a cold shower in a boreal forest in early spring. Soapy, clean, wet, cold, mossy, woodsy, and green. That's pretty much how I would describe it. Occasions/when and how to wear it: Paco Rabanne Pour Homme EDT from 1973 is, to me, what Creed Green Irish Tweed perhaps is to others: a Swiss army knife of a man's fragrance that can be dressed down to a pair of jeans and a crisp white t-shirt and dressed up with a tuxedo and black-tie events; a foolproof all-rounder for day and night, spring, summer, fall, and winter, casual and formal and festive occasions, although I'd personally say that Paco Rabanne Pour Homme EDT from 1973 probably shines the best in spring, fall, winter, and cool and cloudy summer days. Versatility: Absolutely lovely and has the same versatility as Creed Green Irish Tweed, Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza, and Hermes Terre d'Hermes, only it's much more affordable, and unlike those three fragrances, Paco Rabanne Pour Homme EDT truly smells like a luxury fragrance for men, despite its deceptively low asking price, and has a lot more depth, complexity, richness, "bite," and personality to it than any of these above-mentioned fragrances. Longevity and performance: Longevity on my skin isn't too bad; I get maybe 5-10 hours, depending on weather conditions and temperature, but it performs excellently in icy cold winter weather conditions, here and now, in January 2026. Paco Rabanne Pour Homme projects strongly for perhaps the first hour or so (I need to experiment with that further to be absolutely certain about that), but remains a pretty discreet and subtle green, woodsy, soapy, and clean cold and wet forest-like skin fragrance during most of the duration of the fragrance's life cycle. Age category and gender: Due to Paco Rabanne Pour Homme's mature scent profile, it's probably ideal for gents in their 30s and up, although you could of course wear it under the age of 30 if you're an "old soul" and unusually mature for your age. For me, this is definitely meant for men. To my sense of smell, there is nothing unisex about it, although you could wear whatever you want, so take my opinion with a grain of salt. Paco Rabanne Pour Homme EDT from 1973 might be one of the top three fougères I've come across so far on my fragrance journey. The other two "ultimate fougère fragrances" that belong to my "top three list" would be Azzaro Pour Homme EDT from 1978 and Penhaligon's Sartorial from 2010. Taking into account versatility, complexity, richness, personality, cost-to-performance ratio, level of craftsmanship, quality of ingredients, and the effortlessly masculine, elegant, and comfortable scent profile, I have no doubts about calling Paco Rabanne Pour Homme EDT from 1973 a masterpiece. It may not be a masterpiece to everyone, but it is to me. Final score: 10/10!

This is a tale of Paco Rabanne Pour Homme in three generations: 1970s, 1990s, 2010s. Will this settle things once and for all for those whom argue that older formulations were superior? Well, I refuse to make any such claim and will simply share my observations and thoughts on all three. 1970s Paco Rabanne Pour Homme: The seductive gravity of this classic is immediate. The opening notes, while not completely vibrant—cut this bottle some slack, its nearly 50 years old—are not turned at all: a still effulgent conifer-like rosemary, a green-licorice-snap tarragon, a 'bay rum without the rum' laurel, all here. The lavender, geranium and tonka are all whipped up in heaping globs of clean-shave musk xylene and the like creating a bubbling outward contour of this accord. These musks reveal the quintessence of the classic fougere that would be nearly impossible after the ban on them by the 1980s. And the oakmoss? We must dispel this myth disseminated throughout the online discourse: yes, there is the oakmoss extract, but make no mistake: there's a whole lot more Evernyl as it has been so since its introduction several decades prior to PRPH's release. The mossiness is lovely, for sure, but it's these nitro-musks that drive the legend, exalting the sweet fern core and honey-scented soap bubble. I even get hints of costus. It's epic. 1990s Paco Rabanne Pour Homme: The sparkly-spiky-pine aldehyde and heavy linalool opening here is mostly absent from the prior version, which may be attributed to age or some adjusting of the formula. Be that as it may, its lovely, and soon thereafter, the savory herbal aromas all are here, a spiced undertone mingling with the lavender/geranium/tonka triad as well. The spirit is still the same, nothing drastically different, as warm and as inviting as ever. The absence of nitro-musks does leave a je ne sais quoi missing, but this is replaced by other musks and fixatives that help hold the shape of it all. There's still that Irish Spring gusto to it, and the mossiness and shade of costus is still intact. It is a delight as well. 2010s Paco Rabanne Pour Homme: The freshest sparkle and linalool, a strong sillage, and the longest duration of these opening phrases. The herbs fade in slowly, and are a bit more sheer and metallic, but still quite enjoyable. The fougere core is still here! There is a bit more clary sage to my nose, which I will not wave a finger at, I approve. The geranium in the triad is a bit more subdued, which is somewhat unfortunate, but not a total loss. Many like to point out that the Evernia prunastri is still listed in the ingredients, and yes the soupçon is still there, and there probably wasn't much more in prior iterations, so cool your jets, matey, it is and has been mostly Evernyl. It's of course not exactly like the 1970s and 1990s versions, but it is no slouch, it's still radiant in all its autumnal splendor, it mostly is missing the aura of the nitro-musks of the vintage and has be bit less of a balls-deep mossiness and costus. We should be lucky we still have it in production (for now). Having all three on my skin is quite a trip, I might add.

Lately, I’ve been wearing Paco Rabanne Pour Homme for work-weeks at a time. This trend was set in motion by a recent trip to New York City in which, lost in the endless rows of bakery and deli items at the wonderful all-things-Italian franchise Eataly, I stumbled across boxes of Proraso’s standard-issue green aftershave splash and pre/post shave cream. Discreet diplomats of Florentine grooming, both of these products are Platonic modern barbershop: bright, brief and invigorating, the aftershave delivers a brisk mintiness with a hint of eucalyptus emulsified with castor oil, throwing together some nice, natural-smelling notes with a slug of witch hazel. The pre-shave does its job admirably via a certain medicinal severity – the camphorous quality of the eucalyptus is a lot stronger here as is the presence of menthol – but the cheery sweetness of the aftershave does fine work integrating and elevating the overall effect... The sum of the parts supplies a chill & tingle that blends beautifully with the sublime green soapiness of a well-aged bottle of Paco Rabanne. ...I say ‘well-aged’ because all of the bottles of PRPH I have owned have become creamier, deeper, and a little more complex-smelling with age. A blast of green soapy astringency gives way to a soothing mix of French lavender and coumarin is made resinous with rosemary, savory with sage, sweet with honey and mellow with moss and musk, creating a trail reminiscent of old-school shaving cream that works perfectly after a shave. As a middle-aged guy moving into the mid-century mark, I acknowledge that PRPH is datable: a 1970s survivor that, as it happens, survives in decent form; nonetheless, I find that adding on the grooming ritual of the Proraso line fuses the whole into a thesis of feelgood + functional = classic that is too durable to dismiss. This combining of varied products to amplify and extend the fragrance profile is essential to work-week fragrance: the zone of self-control where ritual runs into (and rescues and restores and resets) routine. I'll close by saying that if you are curious about fragrance bloodlines, it's got to be said that this is probably 'the' green aromatic fougère to try -- perhaps one of the few (along with Azzaro) that still carry this DNA into the present. It's inconceivable to have a conversation about masculine perfumery without namechecking PRPH, and, luckily, it remains a pleasure to wear -- bright, solid, bracing, comforting and composed.

Paco Rabanne Pour Homme is by far and away my favorite fougere fragrance. The opening is such a blast of cooling green freshness that mellows down into an ultra masculine spicy shaving cream vibe. A touch of honey sweetness provides a smooth edge. So good. PRPH is a legendary fragrance and currently ~$30 USD for a 100ml bottle, which is a steal. Performance is insane for an EDT, I easily get 8-10 hours out of this and will last a whole workday without needing to reapply. If you're a fan of fougeres you really owe it to yourself to get your nose on this. I do find it funny that in Paco Rabanne's modern masculine fragrance lineup that something like this is the odd ball. Everything else in Rabanne's lineup is overly sweet, gourmand vanilla or aggressive blues. I really appreciate that Paco Rabanne is willing to keep their flagship masculine fragrance on the market even after nearly six decades, even if it likely doesn't sell well. I respect the commitment to their heritage. Presentation is killer. Smells exactly like the bottle/packing look. Dark forest green. The bottle is shaped like a suit bag; something a CEO keeps his bespoke 3 piece suit in. Retro font on both the bottle and the packaging are a loving tribute to the era in which this fragrance was born. Atomizer has a wide spray and sprays like a firehose. Sprays so hard there will be liquid dripping down the face of the atomizer after spraying. My only complaint is it feels like the housing of the atomizer isn't seated all the way. You can kinda finagle with it and jiggle it around easily. Feels like it's gonna break off. EDIT: Does NOT smell like Irish Spring. Cool Water/Green Irish Tweed smell like Irish Spring. This smells like a higher quality bar of white soap/shaving cream with much more depth. PRPH is so good even in its modern formulation. This has become my signature scent. Its strength lies in its versatility. You can wear this fragrance in any situation. PRPH would be an appropriate wear with a tuxedo or fully dressed in sweats. If I had to pare my entire collection down to just 5 fragrances, this would make the cut AND be my daily wear. It's that good. Currently in the process of buying as many backup bottles as I physically can.

Heaven will be the past, and there, we will dwell together. Not as life once was, but as it lingers in our memories. It will be the past, and all those we’ve loved and lost will return to us in that time. We will remember— and it will be forever. By Patrick Phillips ⸻ This fragrance holds a special place in my heart, and I can’t help but call it one of the finest creations ever, a tribute to simplicity, freshness, and the flood of memories it brings. A true retro scent, long enshrined in the “Hall of Fame” of perfumery. Every whiff is a journey back in time, a rush of nostalgia. It takes me to the days of Nicola di Bari, Nino Bravo, Leonardo Fabio, and Joan Manuel Serrat—the soundtrack of a time that still lingers. This perfume has defied the passing years, standing tall against ever-changing trends. For me, it captures the essence of the 80s—the greatest era in history, at least from my vantage point. But its timelessness is undeniable, forever anchored in the past it evokes. The cool, fresh rosemary, the earthy grounding of lavender, with a hint of spice, create an icy, crisp sensation. It’s like stepping out of the shower over and over again, a rejuvenating freshness that never fades. Its deep, green, woodsy notes remind me of my homeland, the countryside of the Dominican Republic. I can almost see the ancient oak trees towering over the land, feel the cool mist from the waterfall, and smell the dew-kissed wild vegetation. It’s like a spring that never ends. This Paco, more than just its scent, represents a piece of my soul, a slice of the years I’ve lived. The memory it carries is my greatest treasure. As the English might say, it’s “Old School, Vintage, and Powerhouse.” I yearn to return to those days, to embrace the past again—those days of polyester jackets, hats, and serious faces. To close my eyes, drift into a dream, never to wake, and let that glorious past remain frozen in time. 10/10 Forever and always.

When I buy a perfume, I try to strike a balance between my personal taste and that of the people around me. After all, we don't wear perfume just for ourselves, but also to please others (that latter part should be pretty obvious. If it's not, then you may be at risk of becoming an alienated frag head. Be careful!). That said, some of the fragrances I have were bought mainly becaused they appealed to my taste (while not being "mass-displeasers", so to speak), whereas, as for the others, what weighed most heavily on my decision was their mass-pleasing quality (provided, of course, that they were to my liking and suited my personality). Paco Rabanne Pour Homme belongs to the first category. I bought it, above all, because it made me feel good. When I first tried it on a local store, I had no idea of the history behind it, of how old it was. I also had no idea of the concept of a “barbershop” cologne. All I knew was that I wanted it. Right on the spot. It clearly was no crowd-pleaser. It wasn’t loud, sweet, lavish, baroque.... None of that. But it was so uplifting. It made me feel so confident, so smooth, so “cool”. So optimistic. Even the world around me seemed brighter. I think the moment a man feels most confident is when he walks out of a barbershop, someone having taken care of making him look good. Hence these pleasant associations I was experiencing. And hence why these "barbershop" fragrances are so cherished by us men. I still experience it today, every time I put this on. If you see me walking casually on a spring morning at the weekend, you can be sure I'll be wearing Paco Rabanne Pour Homme. Later on I found out it was a classic from the 70s. Well, you defnitely don’t become a 50+ year old classic for no reason. “Old school soapy freshness at its finest”. I fully subscribe to KaiserSoze's definition. I will be renewing my stock for as long as it continues to be produced. Long live, PR Pour Homme.

This is a gloomy man in his late fifties. Working hard, long hours in that anonymous office-building you always pass by. Still pays the installments on car and house. Cant quit smoking, hates vegetables. Goes ones a month to the barber, ritually, without saying many words. Barber suggests him to try a new, modern eau de cologne. He nods, hums and never returns. Paco Rabanne is a troubled man, dark brownish as the bottles used to be -when times were different, when he was handsome and maybe sexy, and when no one complained about his cigarettes or that heavy, soapy, mossy smell that intermingles with the smoke around his desk. But he is still around, and mind that barber who tries to make him smell like fruit candy. And when his heart stops, one day too soon, his wife and grown-up kids will fall in tears over that green bottle in his half-empty side of the bathroom-cabinet. That yearly birthday gift since 1975. That memory of absence, catched for some more nights in the pillow on his side of the bed. The story could -and should maybe end here, but it must be told that the son asks for the bottle a few weeks later. Off with One million, in with that good old daddy-smell. And sons wife does not complain. After the first harshness, this smells so safe, so clean. And that is the reason why Paco Rabanne still lives in the perfume-counters, even after the deaths of all those introvert fathers.

This (along Lacoste Original and Drakkar Noir) is one of the easiest to wear frags from its time, and quite probably, the most manageable of the 70's releases, only joined by Jovan Musk. On my skin, the opening consists of herbs and rosewood, the heart shows some warmer lavender nuances with geranium and liquor - forward honey tones, and the base is a straight out pine soap with nice nuances of dry tobacco and slightly animalic musk, naturally joined as well by a wearable oakmoss. Overall, it smells like very fine cleaning products (More than nature, IMO) but very definitely, in a point it smells like pouring honey over pine needles and oakmoss, quite beautiful. I recall knowing this in the middle of the pandemic and wearing it to the city. I remember pulling the bottom of my mask to smell the fumes coming from my neck, great memories :') I remember having this as my signature for a good time, it's timeless in my opinion, bear in mind i was 19 back in the day and it fit me nicely. After using this for a while i remember going to heavier scents and expanding my collection, chypres, leathers, orientals, 80's powerhouses, stuff. Yet, i think that, Paco Rabanne Pour Homme is still up there with my fave scents ever, like Polo green, Givenchy Gentleman from the 70's, CH Men Privé, Moschino Toy Boy, Versace Pour Homme, Quorum, Brut, Le Male and such. Best wishes

Paco Rabanne pH, Azzaro pH and Rive Gauche pH - the 3 Pour Hommes that i've completely surrendered eternal loyalty to! The Genuine Man will and should always have either of these three as his staple. Paco Rabanne pH was one of the most significant harbingers of Masculine fragrances (i like to think of it as 'the most significant'). Its a timeless wonder that has defiantly withstood the test of time(together with Azzaro pH) and will continue to do so. It easily makes my top ten list. I will forever be in love with it! But i seriously don't get these 'old-fashioned', 'grandpa-smell', 'cheap', 'dated'...etc, terminologies. I can understand its from the early seventies and hence the baseless prejudice towards it(but does that really matter). Well, for me, all that matters is that it smells great(and its not only for the elderly crowd to enjoy cos any young man in his 20s can easily pull this scent off). REAL MEN will definitely appreciate and love this absolutely MASCULINE offering from the house of Paco Rabanne. For the haters, all i have to say is - TIME to shed your parochial, sissy mentality and MAN UP!!! ... LOL! I give this scent a solid 9/10.

I am currently collecting vintage scent with the hope to find the fragrances that I used to smell when I was a kid. This is definitely one of the memory invoking scent. This smells like family time with my dad, uncle, and older cousins. I believe I have smell this somewhere when I was little. Either on a person, or a place. I cant really put my finger on it, but I do believe that this smells like a hair product of the 90s. And I also have a hair tonic and pomade that similar with this scent, but with toned down scent. This smells really GREEN. Its like early morning in the countryside, with a little bit of drizzle here and there. Definitely “mature” and “old man” type scent, but I love it. This can be very strong in the opening so please spray considerately. The dry down is very earthy. Suitable for dressing up or office wear. You cab layer it with something sweet to balance the fougere scent. I layered it with Dunhill Icon and boom its now green, earthy, with a hint of grape soda. Niceeeeee This is also very similar to green soap or tattoo balm. Very close to Al Haramain’s Naeem perfume oil. Great for outdoors.

Ok so this is a re-review (previous one was getting too long). This has got to be one of the most interesting fragrances I own. I have gotten so many different experiences with it in just a few weeks. From creamy and sweet, to soapy, to aromatic, to animalic. The most current way I would describe this is musky, some herbs/green, a little sweet, with a touch of tobacco. I'm no expert when it comes to musk, but I would describe this as very musky on my skin now, and it seems like an animalic musk to my nose. It's a little bit green and soapy. The tobacco is subtle yet noticeable, and lasts almost the whole wearing. This isn't as fresh and clean as I expected it to be. It seems like this was pretty polite/tame back in the day, but for today it feels a little bit daring, especially for work. I wonder if others have this experience. I can actually understand some of the comparisons to Kouros now, but I like this way more than Kouros. So far I have received one compliment. Overall I would definitely recommend anyone to try it out. I think skin chemistry might be a big factor in which notes are more pronounced though.

Even though my father wore this and it's been around so long, it's never smelt old fashioned to me. In fact it has a lively, sporty side that suggests a certain amount of youth but not too much. It also has maturity and complexity that, mixed with the liveliness, makes me think of someone who exercises but is also professional. There's definitely an evolution of smell, which I find essential in a fragrance as I get bored with simple ones. The citrus-like note is lasting and less sharp than with brands labelled as citrus, like lime added to lemon. There's a kind of Mediterranean greenery which probably has something to do with the geranium but I also get spice and 'see' trees, maybe pines. The green aspect is what sets the scent apart from blue sporty ones and what makes me think more of a country club than a gym or sports centre. I didn't use to like the soapiness that appeared after a while. It seemed too dominating and less classy than the rest but I don't notice it so much now, even from an old bottle. Must be me that's changed. This is one of my regulars and I've had several bottles over the years.

Let me start by saying that my comments reflect my experience with the current formulation of this fragrance. I have never smelled this in its original form so I have no way to compare. That being said, what I get is what I have come to expect from one of these old school masculine "powerhouse" fragrances. It's green, earthy, woody, and aromatic with a powdery and mossy drydown. There's a hint of sweetness in the base that I do like since it balances out the powdery notes. Performance is good but not great. I get almost a full work day out of it with average projection for maybe an hour or two but since this is a pretty affordable fragrance these days I don't mind respraying later in the day. I imagine this stuff was far more potent in its glory days than it is now. I still enjoy it quite a bit as a 40+ year old gent although I don't see this resonating with the younger crowd. If you're into to vintage type stuff then it's a classic worth having in your collection but that's about it. Personally, I prefer Drakkar Noir over this even though this one does perform a bit better.

Got a tester produced in 2023 so it's fresh. Initially some sage, much more rosewood and much less rosemary. Moss (synthetic purportedly) enveils the aromas from the very beginning. This part is just heavenly. A few seconds later, the fragrance on my skin gets soapy. Very soapy (not in a bad sense), like I'm hand washing my shirts. It gradually diminishes, and after 2h there is musk and moss with slight decoration of herbs - this long lasting end stage persists for a whole day. On fiber it's less soapy and aromatic notes stay more firmly for well over 3h, and it's mostly linear. It's green. It's gorgeous in spring and early summer when everything is as lush and green as the bottle. I don't have a vintage bottle to savor the natural moss. Perhaps this current reformulation will grow on me. 4.5. but it deserves 4.0+, so I give 5. N.B.: the cap is integrated with the body, i.e. it can't be pulled off. The problem is that it's not integrated tightly so actually the scent is leaking all the time.

This is beautiful. In the late 80's when I was child I found a tube of my fathers Paco Rabanne Pour Homme shaving cream from our bathroom. (My mother told he used the fragrance too, but it was before I was born.) I thought it was the best smell ever. I couldn't stop smelling it. I can still see the package in my head. It was love at first sight. But it took me over 30 years to buy a bottle for myself. I love fougeres and soapy clean scents and this is one of the best sophisticated soapy fragrances. It's like large, heavy, expensive old school bar soap in a case, wrapped in silk paper. Clean and comforting. Green and musky. For every situation. (There's a German brand called Kappus that makes Olive Oil Soap and shower gel that smells almost like Paco Rabanne pour Homme.) It doesn't shout, it's mellow and refined. It doesn't try to be anything else what it really is. It smells like a person who takes care of himself and knows what he wants in life, without fuss.

This is a vintage review. I have a bottle from the 80's and find this to be a master class in perfumery. On my skin the top notes smell more like a clean citrus (though that's not any of the notes) with clary sage. The middle is strongly geranium, tonka, and white musk. These middle notes stay in the dry down but are softened by the honey and amber. None of the woody, green scents come out on my skin which is disappointing. Unfortunately, that's my chemistry. As much as I love those notes, my skin eats them up. They become very soft and quickly dissipate. That aside, it's easy to tell how well balanced this scent is. Every note intertwines without overpowering one another. They are easy to define without becoming basic. I truly wish this didn't turn into a white musk on my skin but it truly is enjoyable. Maybe in the future I will buy a new bottle to see if the reformulation does better on my skin.

Paco Rabanne Pour Homme is a fragrance that transports you back in time, evoking memories and special moments with its vintage charm. It's a scent for those who appreciate the elegance of classic perfumes, which have become a rarity in today's world of mainstream, trendy options. While the younger generation may gravitate towards more overtly seductive and popular fragrances, PR Pour Homme caters to a more refined taste—ideal for individuals aged 30 to 40 and above. Its impressive longevity ensures it lingers on both skin and clothing for hours, with a respectable sillage that announces your presence without being overpowering. Suitable for year-round wear, it has a fresh enough profile to thrive in the warmer months while offering warmth and comfort in the winter. Bakoraban Rum is not just a fragrance; it's a statement of timeless elegance and sophistication for those bold enough to embrace it.

Paco Rabanne Pour Homme Classic and should I say dang near borderling that timeless label. This is a gentleman’s aromatic fougere. Very rosemary, lavender, and dry tobacco heavy. This is for a man. Not just any man, a man who needs no apology for being just that. A man. SOTD 7.5.25 Gents I'm talking to us 40 and older fellas. Don't be afraid of this profile. I admit it's not a daily for me. But for those days when life hands you life. Spray this one! You got this bro! Performance 9/10 Projection 8/10 (2hrs) Longevity 9/10 (7-9hrs) I bought this blind back in 09 I took one sniff and immediately brought that joker back to the store lol. A decade, and a half later gave it one more gin’...... Yeah, a relic of nostalgia that will transport you to a simpler time. Pops was the breadwinner, and Mom's was the homemaker. You might not have had much but you had a roof, food, and clothes. Enjoy.

Blind bought this and OMG it is fantastic! It reminds me of riding my motorcycle through the pine forest on a crisp morning with the scent of my leather gloves thrown in. It’s amazing! It is definitely a different scent from more modern colognes, but it is very manly, sharp, and clean smelling. If you like fougères, I think you will like this. I wore it to work this week and I could still smell it at the end of my 8 hour workday. It has a scent faintly similar to Irish Spring but it’s definitely different and its own thing. I wouldn’t call it a beast for the club, but you can definitely wear this scent there and anywhere else you’d like. It is already in my top 5 fragrances and I cannot imagine not keeping a bottle on hand at all times going forward. Highly recommended if you want something masculine, affordable, and different.

Wow. This one has been on my list forever, and I was finally moved to acquire it. I should have picked it up years ago because it has instantaneously risen to the top of my collection. It develops more than anything else I own. What it settles into bears little resemblance to the opening salvo. It opens with a blast of fresh greens, quite fresh cut and coniferous. Next, the lavender steals the show, and finally it settles into a slightly powdery honey and and musky and slightly mossy accord. I would also say it is highly ozonic, something most don't really mention. It's really an incredible formula, redolent with quality and devastating sexiness. It has the mature vibes, but delivered in the richest possible way. It's a year-round wear, equally vibrant in heat and cold. I love smelling like this.

This is the oldest fragrance in my collection—launched in 1973—and honestly, it smells like confidence bottled. Pour Homme makes me feel like I should be chopping wood shirtless or closing million-dollar deals in a corduroy blazer. It’s got that old-school, barbershop masculinity that says, “I drink my coffee black and I fix things with duct tape.” The scent kicks off with a strong, classic vibe that practically yells, “I’m a man!”—but in the most charming, cologne-drenched way possible. It lasts all day, which is great because I like to smell like I wrestled a bear and then read poetry about it. And hey, my wife loves it, which means I’m definitely doing something right. If you want to feel like you’ve got chest hair—even if you don’t—this is the one.

I am a big fan of old-school fragrances so I knew I would love this. For some reason it reminds me of pine tree smell even though there is no pine in the ingredients. It literally smells like a fresh pine tree with some resin on the tree bark. As the time passes it starts smelling less bitter/piney and more floral, with floral note remaining until the end. When it comes to longevity, with 6-8 sprays im getting about 2 hours of noticeable projection, and after that 2 hours of elbow length scent bubble before it turns into a skin scent. Its certainly better longevity than Drakkar Noir. Its an all day every day and, dare I say, every season fragrance. Its an extremely fresh green/floral scent that feels like walking through a pine forest.

One of the best fougere fragrances of all time, it’s like the clean part of kouros but greener. It starts with this kind of citrus opening (despite not having any citrus note) and very aromatic with the lavender. Then it dries down very mossy but without losing that lavender that gives this clean feel to it, and there’s a little hint of sweetness because of the honey note. I think this is one of the most easiest classic fougeres to wear along with drakkar noir, I’m 23 and I have 2 years using both and surprisingly gotten me few compliments (definitely not as much as modern scents) but this is not for looking that nowadays, it only matters wearing this for yourself and enjoying it as the timeless masterpiece that is.

Proudly owning it again after almost 25 years... (Batch 79921, 2017) Back in 1984, I was given this beauty (my first 3 perfumes were presents for my 18th... Paco Rabanne, Green Polo and Kouros) The current batch is not as well performing as I remember it, but the smell has not changed. I loved it then and I love it now!!! What is there to say that hasn't been said already? Iconic!!! Old man's perfume? The youngsters of today are bitter because they do not feel comfortable wearing this ... I guess us oldies can comfortably wear old and new scents!! 9/10 EDIT: 4 compliments received!!!! (3F-1M) in social gathering on 05/06/18 EDIT: 4 people (2M-2F) asked me for my scent/complimented me in the gym 25-07-18... WTF?!!

Paco Rabanne Pour Homme, a timeless masterpiece that captured my heart. My journey with this fragrance began with a book about the legendary Waheed Murad, Pakistan's Elvis. Inspired by his iconic style, I sought to experience the scent that was his signature. And then, it happened - I was enchanted. This classic fragrance whispers tales of masculinity, echoing the sophistication of Azzaro Pour Homme and Davidoff Zino. It's a symphony of tradition, a testament to the essence of manhood. For those who embody the unwavering spirit of masculinity, this fragrance is a must-have. It's a declaration of character, a scent that defies the tides of modernity and stands proud. No conflict of pronouns, pure manhood.

I have been on a hunt lately for vintage scents that are inexpensive, this one is particularly good in the sense that the current formulation seems to stand and the blend still makes sense. The opening can give an old man abrasive vibe for a bit but once it settles it's great. There's something quite unpretentious about this, the notes feel pretty natural (even though probably aromachemicals all the way at this price point) and the scent profile is super versatile as I think it can be worn in any occasion. I have recently sampled some more niche fragrances with a similar profile (e.g 40 knots) and I must say I didn't get a much better impression. TLDR at this price point it's a steal really.

Why haven't I reviewed this masterpiece of a scent already ? You spray yourself and you get blasted with citric herbs and fresh spice. The opening bite tones down with time, honeyed tobacco musk takes it's place as the scent becomes more mellow. On the drydown what remains is a warm honey clean aromatic musk but slightly dirty from the hint of tobacco note. -sidenote: I think the perfume needs to mature for the tobacco note to come through, or one needs to spray a lot, as I am just starting to smell it after months of not having used this. For 30 € with above average for an edt longevity this is a steal. Office friendly, mainly day time, I use it during spring-fall. I love this.

Paco Rabanne Pour Homme is the epitome of a clean, confident masculine fragrance. Timeless and versatile, it’s a classic aromatic fougère that suits any age. With its exceptional performance and green, herbal character, it embodies effortless sophistication. Affordable yet enduring, there’s a reason this masterpiece has stood the test of time. It doesn’t just make you smell good—it boosts your confidence and inspires a sense of purpose. Paco Rabanne Pour Homme is a tribute to manhood itself, a scent that transforms you into the man you aspire to be. This is perfection in a bottle. Thank you, Paco Rabanne, for keeping this icon alive—we’ll wear it proudly, forever.

I am not sure if this and how much this classic has been reformulated over the years, but I don't care, I love the smell! Of all the green piney and mossy classics I own: Polo green, Quorum, Agua Brava and the likes I think this Paco Rabanne is my favorite. It is the most (almost sparkly) fresh scent of the bunch. I don't get any 'old geezer' vibes, nor do I perceive this one as a 'dangerous' powerhouse, a fragrance that must be applied with utmost care and consideration for the people around you, I think it is just a lovely smell. Alongside Azzaro Pour Homme, Dior's Eau Sauvage and Jaguar For Men my favorite barber shop fragrance.

What else can be added to what has already been said about Paco Rabanne Pour Homme? Barbershop, green, fresh, soapy, classic... All true. I'm 47, got into fragrances in a big way just 2 years back, purchased more than 60 bottles in that time, and I've not smelled anything like this! I'm already tired of the common freshies out there like Dylan Blue, Light Blue, Sauvage, BdC, AdGio, etc. This is different, and I simply love it. And it's much easier on the wallet compared to the others. Unfortunately, in the hot, humid Indian summer it doesn't last on me and projection is also weak. One needs to be generous with the sprays.

Aromatic, soapy, clean gentleman. This is now a classic man scent for many of us that grew up with it around us. Had it over the years, even borrowed this then novelty from my pops as a teenager to smell "grown up" and gain access to the clubs. Formulations have changed, but it is still a great fragrance with nostalgic value to many. Current one is not as potent as it was, but it still has moderate duration and projection - could be reapplied since it's also much cheaper than it was then. Not being a beast is probably a good thing for our modern day where cigarettes are not everywhere as they were.

The first time I smelt this was when my dad wore it, when I was a child, I liked it then, its a shame, as i really wasn't so keen on him!! The next time was on my bf, when I was 16, in 1991. He had curtains and wore brillcream in his hair. The mix took on another meaning. I can still picture it now. He was always the one who 'got away'. He smelled intoxicating. A total classic. I may buy myself a bottle. Just for me to keep and wear at home. I'm a girl, but I love a lot of aftershaves. Especially citrus herb spice ones. I'm a big fan of smells and memories and this is one I love.

For the Gents wanting to explore a 'Green fragrance' START HERE Its a nice green opening, relevant, not outdated and forest like. Prefer this to Green Irish Tweed personally, as im not feeling the Ambergris in GIT. (I can only speak on the Armaf Tres Nuit i won for now mainly) have a sample of GIT that i have yet to compare. Paco PH is a pleasant greenish scent that is projects arms length for about 20 mins . Then it dries into a Soapy scent thats no longer "green". 6 hours performance , mostly moderate Theres Something about this that keeps me coming back. Almost Timeless.

paco rabanne is most known for metalwork, and i think this first attempt at cologne centered around his niche grandfathered the futuristic robot and trophy and gold bars we have now . ive smelled the original once in passing out of a splash bottle and it smelled like coins(indigos in general come off as metallic sometimes) and lots of moss, i understood it though but didnt buy it . kinda regret it, since then ive collected 3 PR scents lol . now i have a full bottle and im enjoying it, one of the few things i have that i only need a spray of . cologne thats worth a damn

I had the opportunity to get over a bottle from the 80’s or 90’s. Compared to the recent formula, some things are certain. The vintage bottles liquid has a depth from oak moss, which is absent in the new formula. The vintage brew is mesmerising, and stands out, and is more of a male cent. The new version is not so much a perfume. It’s not bad, though. It’s very soapy, and smells like how I remember hotel lobby’s in France. It’s versita easy to wear, and isn’t off putting in any way. The vintage is more bold, the current version is just pleasant. I like them both.

I've owned bottles of Paco Rabanne from the mid-80s to the present day, and it's impressive that this fragrance has remained largely intact for 53 years. Reformulation fortunately has not damaged Paco Rabanne, and it remains essentially the same clean, green, herbal, soapy, mossy classic it's always been. Performance continues to be very good. Guys whining about this being reformulated are just looking for something to complain about. Do not fear buying the current version of Paco Rabanne. It's as awesome as it's always been.

Paco Rabanne the original. The manliest scent of all time. Smells like engine degreaser mixed with lumberjack sweat. Ladies love it, lesbians hate it. You cannot define the man who inhabits this masterpiece. Is he a coal miner? Is he a pimp? Who knows.. but he WILL dominate. It is like wearing a superhero costume, you could tell a stranger that you are Chris Hemsworth's cousin and they will believe you. Compliments will become a way of life, seduction a breeze. Paco Rabanne Homme is simply the greatest!

This to me is a less animalic sibling of Kouros. I love Kouros but even in it's current formulation I don't find myself wearing it very often. This has everything I love about Kouros - honey, musk, geranium, rosewood, oakmoss and that luxurious soapiness but without any animalic facets. It puts you in an absolute mood of cleanliness straight after a shower. It's still a mature fragrance but can easily be pulled off by 25+. I wear it mainly to enjoy on myself so I'm not too bothered how it comes across.

I just had the most interesting experience using this perfume. Just blind bought it yesterday because I'm feeling old school, the scent is not that strong but its expected since its an EDT formulation. I live in a tropical country & I spend most days in air conditioned room, after about 3-4 hours of using it the scent is almost gone, but when I wash my hands & drying it, suddenly I noticed the smell came back. So I figure this scent will probably react to a sudden change of temperature/humidity.

@alphairone Musk Xylene could either have been or not used back in the day. Musk ketone is nowadays the main use nitro musk, it could indeed have a small amount of Xylene but currently IFRA demands a minimal or inexistant amount of it in MK, which, by the way, isn't even soluble in ethanol, but it indeed is in benzyl benzoate. Quite hard to work with them. Linalool is present in natural extracts, i understand you mean a synthetic one, but i find important to mention it. Best wishes

Paco Rabanne Pour Homme is simply awesome! 1st for the value, it can be picked up for around 30 -35 bucks. 2nd the clean, green, herbal, soapy, mossy barbershop smell is so good! 3rd projection is above average. I wear this as a signature scent to work and the ladies in the office (+35 years of age) love it! Young people might not like the fougere / barbershop vibe.. my 53 year old ass does! :) Great blind buy if you into fougere / barbershop scents..

Just purchased a 2024 bottle for old times sake and very glad I did. PRPH was my first ever fragrance in the early 80’s- when I was in my late teens. Together with Drakkar noir and eau sauvage this was a favourite. Age wise I’m absolutely fine with’dad’ frags and I’d love this for the nostalgia trip alone. Now I find it comforting, refined and (in comparison to many modern fruit-laden scents) and dependable. Just like the old man I’ve become 🤗

For lovers of green herbal fougeres, Paco Rabanne PH is a must-own. It's green, soapy, warm and smooth, and totally masculine. Strong mossy base with warm musk and amber round everything off perfectly. It smells like the 70s with its strong herbal smell and oily undertones, but this is a great Mediterranean-styled classic that always smells elegant. Longevity is good at about 6 to 8 hours, and projection is noticeable but not obnoxious.

This is amazing! I've always been a fan of retro fragrances. This is BASICALLY Brut Original, stronger, longer lasting, more projecting, and with a deeper, richer, and even greener scent profile. For how much it costs, this is an amazing signature scent! I'm in love. Edit: My girlfriend really likes this scent. Edit2: I was truly flabbergasted, my mother thinks this is a Unisex fragrance 😭

This perfume belonged to my late grandfather. My grandmother insisted I take it, since she knew I like to collect fragrances. The smell is definitely old-fashioned and very green, very atypical for the type of fragrances I like, but very well formulated. Might be the strongest EDT I've ever owned as well. Every time I wear it, I am reminded of my grandfather. I really like this fragrance.

This was my signature scent four years straight until I got into this hobby of collecting scents. This brings to mind most of the happier memories from those days, the power to transport you to other times of your life just by smell. I will always have a bottle of this in my collection just because I love it. Today I decided to miss myself a little less and to wear it.

This is for grown folk. A masterpiece but probably not going to be appealing or appreciated by anyone under the age of 40. 10/10 for grownups. Won't even rate for young ppl im not one. Definitely a unique fragrance. I remember paying close to $100 for a small bottle (way)back in the early 90's... Worth $30-$50 for sure! Especially for collectors.

5 outta 5... I had difficulty finding this along with Azzaro pour homme and today I tried this guilty absolute and Azzaro pour homme, this one was the best one of the bunch. Don't believe the claims that it's similar to quorum. I would say this is closer to Kouros. This is the father of Kouros, Marbert Man, Boss Number One and Lapidus.

Can't figure out how this has below a 4 star rating when 95% of the reviews praise it. This is a sharp, green slap in the face and I love it! No starfruit, bubblegum or "ocean accords" to be seen here. This is a masterpiece, a prototypical barbershop fougere, and a must-have for confident, masculine, mature men.

Epic Journey Into the Bottled Yonder, 147 ------------------------------------------------------- Purchased August 2019 Yet another brilliant scent. Grabbed a tester of this (also silkscreened on the back) without the box, but nowadays it's worth what I paid for the tester which is a bummer. Manly soap.