Century
citrus up front, then woody, settling into warm spicy.
About
Century by Alfred Dunhill is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for men. Century was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Carlos Benaïm. Top notes are Mandarin Orange, Grapefruit and Bergamot; middle notes are Neroli, Olibanum and Cardamom; base notes are Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Sandalwood and Musk.
Nose: Carlos Benaïm
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Century smell like?
citrus up front, then woody, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: citrus, woody, warm spicy.
What notes are in Century?
Top: Mandarin Orange, Grapefruit, Bergamot. Heart: Neroli, Olibanum, Cardamom. Base: Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Sandalwood, Musk.
How long does Century last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Century loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Century best for?
Spring is the top pick (35%). Summer is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Century?
Day wear leads at 72%. Night is a secondary pick at 28%.
Is Century for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 40% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Century?
Composed by Carlos Benaïm. Released in 2018.
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