2006
Dunhill Pursuit
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Alfred Dunhill  ·  Sold as masculine

Dunhill Pursuit

The soft hum of an office in the late afternoon, where the crispness of polished wood meets the subtle richness of leather — a moment when work feels both familiar and comforting.

3.97490 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 8 accords ↓
woodyamberpowderywarm spicygreenbalsamic
Dunhill PursuitMid-range · $40–100
54%Similar accords, often for lessHassayt · Swiss ArabianBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 9 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate24% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak18%
Moderate52%
Long lasting18%
Eternal6%
SillageModerate28% say strong or enormous
Intimate21%
Moderate51%
Strong19%
Enormous9%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Winter
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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine93%
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Unisex6%
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Feminine1%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2006, Dunhill Pursuit by Alfred Dunhill is an Oriental Woody fragrance crafted by perfumer Michel Girard. The composition opens with green and aromatic notes that create a fresh yet grounded atmosphere, leading into a heart of balsamic and powdery accords that add warmth without heaviness. The base layers in smoky and warm spicy elements that provide depth and longevity, making it both versatile and comforting.

How to wear it

Apply Dunhill Pursuit to pulse points for a steady warmth that builds throughout the day. The smoky base notes take about an hour to fully settle in, so plan accordingly. It pairs well with layered clothing for added depth.

Fig. 01 — Dunhill Pursuit, Alfred Dunhill

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Michel Girard portrait
03 · The nose

Michel Girard

A Grasse childhood, a global career

Born in 1957 and raised in Grasse, Michel Girard graduated from Lycée Fénelon in 1974 and built his early career at Robertet before becoming a Senior Perfumer at Quest International in 1986.

40fragrances
1957born
Frenchnationality

Designer Alfred Dunhill

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Similar accords, often for less

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Dunhill PursuitThe originalDunhill PursuitAlfred Dunhill · Mid-range · $40–100
54%MatchSwiss ArabianHassaytShares 5 of its 9 notesunder $40★ 4.22 (9)
Dunhill PursuitDelicious Blossom 2017 zara
Try it layered

With Zara Delicious Blossom 2017 zara

Adds citrus, fruity and musky; shares musk.

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.97/ 5 · 490 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 29%, disliked or hated by 12%.

Love29%
Like53%
OK7%
Dislike11%
Hate1%
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