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Clive Christian · Sold as masculine
1872 For Men
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, in a city café buzzing with early morning energy.
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1872 For MenLuxury · $250+
44%Similar accords, often for lessEssenza di Colonia · Acqua di ParmaPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 17 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2001 by Clive Christian, a brand that traces its lineage back to the esteemed Crown Perfumery established in London in 1872, 1872 For Men is a proof of the house’s commitment to luxury and tradition. Geza Schoen crafted this composition with an aromatic and citrus-heavy opening that reads as fresh and zesty — petitgrain, lime, and bergamot mingle with lavender and grapefruit. As it evolves, the scent transitions into a heart of floral and green notes like marigold, jasmine, and galbanum before settling into a warm woody base of cedar, patchouli, and amber.
The fragrance is a blend of contrasts, balancing bright citrus with earthy woods, and adding unexpected sweetness through peach and pineapple. This dynamic interplay makes 1872 For Men feel both lasting and modern.
Apply one to two sprays to your pulse points — the bright citrus opening is prominent but fades within an hour. The warm woody base lingers longer, so it’s best suited for daytime wear when you want a crisp scent that evolves subtly throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — 1872 For Men, Clive Christian
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Geza Schoen
The molecule rebelGeza Schön is a German master perfumer born in Kassel, raised by an art teacher father and a kindergarten teacher mother, who studied chemistry at the University of Heidelberg before training in perfumery at Haarmann & Reimer (now Symrise).
Designer Clive Christian
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What people
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A community favourite: loved by 58%, disliked or hated by 9%.