2015
No. 1 Imperial  for men

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Clive Christian  ·  Sold as masculine

No. 1 Imperial for men

The crisp morning in a grand London estate where the air carries the scent of freshly cut wood and spices, blending with the subtle richness of musk.

3.6526 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprint
woodymuskywarm spicycitruspowderyfresh
No. 1 Imperial for menLuxury · $250+
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How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityEternal52% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak12%
Weak16%
Moderate20%
Long lasting24%
Eternal28%
SillageModerate52% say strong or enormous
Intimate21%
Moderate28%
Strong28%
Enormous24%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Spring
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Summer
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Fall
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Winter
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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

♂
Masculine80%
⚥
Unisex0%
♀
Feminine20%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2015, No. 1 Imperial for Men by Clive Christian is a Woody Spicy fragrance that embodies the brand's commitment to luxury and tradition. The composition begins with a citrusy freshness, spiced up with fine notes of spices in the heart before settling into a base of precious woods and musk. This complex blend creates an atmosphere that is both warm and spicy, yet fresh and refined.

How to wear it

No. 1 Imperial for Men has a strong base that blooms over time, so applying it an hour before your event allows its full depth to unfold. The citrus opening is bright but fades within two hours; hence, reapply lightly if needed later in the day.

Fig. 01 — No. 1 Imperial for men, Clive Christian

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Designer Clive Christian

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Adds amber, fresh spicy and vanilla; shares musk.

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.65/ 5 · 26 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 35%, disliked or hated by 31%.

Love35%
Like27%
OK8%
Dislike31%
Hate0%
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