CardamomOpens with
VetiverHeart
EbonyDries down to
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Alfred Dunhill · Sold as masculine
Icon Elite
The quiet authority of a gentleman's study, where polished wood meets soft leather and subtle musk — a space where refinement and warmth coexist.
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Icon EliteMid-range · $40–100
47%Similar accords, often for lessSultan · ALREHAB PERFUMESBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016, Icon Elite by Alfred Dunhill is a Woody Spicy fragrance that embodies the brand's legacy of sophisticated elegance and understated luxury. The composition opens with bright citrus notes like Bitter Orange and Bergamot, providing an invigorating start. This freshness gives way to warm spices such as Cardamom and Black Pepper, creating a tension between crispness and warmth. At its heart, Vetiver and Juniper lend earthy depth, while Ebony and Sandalwood form a rich, woody base. Suede and Labdanum add a subtle touch of powdery musk that rounds out the scent.
Two sprays are sufficient to capture the full essence of Icon Elite. The citrus opening is bright but fades quickly, so rely on the earthy heart notes and woody base for lasting impact. Best suited for daytime wear when its crispness complements a professional setting.
Fig. 01 — Icon Elite, Alfred Dunhill
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Benoist Lapouza
Composing like a symphony orchestraBenoist Lapouza is a perfumer who draws inspiration from nature, travel, and the tastes he encounters along the way, going as far as collaborating with chefs like Alain Passard to approach fragrance the way a chef approaches flavor.
Co-created with Jean-Claude Delville
The Icon line
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Designer Alfred Dunhill
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 11%.