Violet LeafOpens with
Black TeaHeart
Tobacco LeafDries down to
Karine Dubreuil-SereniThe nose · 54 fragrances · also made Ombre Noire (2017)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Gucci · Sold as masculine
Gucci Pour Homme II
The quiet intensity of an office late at night — a mix of crisp, clean air and the lingering warmth of a well-worn desk.
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Gucci Pour Homme IIPremium · $100–250
33%Similar accords, often for lessOmbre Noire · LaliqueMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares bergamot, cinnamon and tobacco leaf8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2007 by Gucci, Pour Homme II was the first men's fragrance released after Tom Ford's departure from the house. Perfumer Karine Dubreuil-Sereni crafted a composition with a divisive violet-leaf-driven opening that is both ozonic and slightly spicy, reminiscent of gasoline. This bold choice led to mixed reactions initially but over time, it has developed a cult following among collectors, making it a 'holy grail' scent with secondhand prices soaring from around $70 to over $400. The heart of the fragrance unfolds with bergamot and black tea, providing a green, fresh contrast before settling into a warm base of cinnamon, tobacco leaf, myrrh, musk, and olive tree.
This fragrance has a strong initial burst with its violet-leaf opening, so one or two sprays should be enough. It develops slowly over time, so give it an hour to fully unfold on your skin before reapplying if needed. Best for cooler weather when the warm tobacco and musk notes can shine.
Fig. 01 — Gucci Pour Homme II, Gucci
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Karine Dubreuil-Sereni
Grasse's jasmine, in every compositionKarine Dubreuil-Sereni was born and raised in Grasse, surrounded by jasmine, orange blossom, mimosa, rose, and iris, and trained at Roure Bertrand Dupont, now Givaudan.
Designer Gucci
More from the house · founded 1921 · Italy
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A community favourite: loved by 56%, disliked or hated by 8%.