Pleasures For Men
“Pleasures For Men by Estée Lauder is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a fresh spicy, aromatic composition with a warm spicy undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 1997, Pleasures For Men by Estée Lauder is a fragrance that blends fresh and spicy notes into an aromatic and warm composition. Created by perfumers Carlos Benaïm, Jean Claude Delville, and Pierre Wargnye, this scent opens with bright citrus and green notes, including grapefruit and nectarine, which mingle with the freshness of lavender and water notes. The heart introduces a spicy complexity with pepper, rose, and geranium, while the base offers warmth through sandalwood and oakmoss. This fragrance captures the essence of modern elegance, reflecting Estée Lauder's commitment to quality and sophistication.
Composition & Character
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Application Tips
Pleasures For Men has a bright top note that fades within an hour. Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points for a balanced blend of freshness and warmth throughout the day. It's best worn during cooler weather when its spicy and woody notes are most noticeable.
Carlos Benaïm
Founding perfumer · 189 fragrances · b. 1949 · Moroccan-French
“The best fragrances are the ones that feel like they've always existed.”
Carlos Benaïm is a master perfumer at IFF whose name may not be widely recognized outside the industry, yet his creations have shaped the olfactory landscape of the past four decades. Born in Tangier and raised between Morocco and Paris, he brings a multicultural sensibility to his work. He is the co-creator of iconic fragrances including Ralph Lauren Polo, Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, and numerous compositions for Dior and YSL. Benaïm is revered within the trade as a perfumer's perfumer — technically flawless, endlessly creative.
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The story behind the bottle.
The first sip of a freshly brewed coffee in an office break room, where the air is crisp with the scent of clean linen and subtle spices.
Fig. 01 — Pleasures For Men, Estée Lauder
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