CardamomOpens with
LavenderHeart
LeatherDries down to
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Davidoff · Sold as masculine
Silver Shadow Private
The quiet confidence in a well-tailored suit, where crispness meets understated sophistication in the heart of an office meeting.
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Silver Shadow PrivateBudget · under $40How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Silver Shadow Private by Davidoff, launched in 2008, is a fragrance that seamlessly blends the crispness of citrus and aromatic notes with the warmth of powdery leather and woody accords. The opening features cardamom, bergamot, and lemon, creating a refreshing yet unexpected tension. As it evolves, lavender and violet add a subtle floral layer, while musk and wood provide depth and a lingering presence. This composition is characteristic of Davidoff's commitment to combining the finest materials for an ultimate quality experience.
One or two sprays is sufficient due to its moderate longevity and sillage. Apply it in the morning for a scent that evolves gracefully throughout the day, from the boardroom to a casual evening out.
Fig. 01 — Silver Shadow Private, Davidoff
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Jacques Huclier
The nose behind A*MenJacques Huclier is a senior perfumer trained at ISIPCA who began his career at Haarmann & Reimer (now Symrise), mentored by Olivier Cresp and Pierre Bourdon, before moving through Quest and returning to Givaudan in 2003.
Co-created with Calice Becker
The Silver Shadow line
4 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Davidoff
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