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Icon

2015Men

aromatic up front, then fresh spicy, settling into citrus.

Icon by Alfred Dunhill is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Icon was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Carlos Benaïm. Top notes are Neroli, Bergamot, Black Pepper and Petitgrain; middle notes are Black Pepper, Lavender, Cardamom, Juniper Berries and Sage; base notes are Vetiver, Oakmoss, Iris,…

aromatic fresh spicy citrus woody

Nose: Carlos Benaïm

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Neroli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Petitgrain
Heart· 2–4h
Black Pepper, Lavender, Cardamom, Juniper Berries, Sage
Drydown· 6h+
Vetiver, Oakmoss, Iris, Leather, Agarwood (Oud)

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

89%

72%

43%

37%

31%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring34%Summer28%Fall27%Winter11%Day68%Night32%Wears male66%

Skin 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 answers

What does Icon smell like?

aromatic up front, then fresh spicy, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: aromatic, fresh spicy, citrus.

What notes are in Icon?

Top: Neroli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Petitgrain. Heart: Black Pepper, Lavender, Cardamom, Juniper Berries, Sage. Base: Vetiver, Oakmoss, Iris, Leather, Agarwood (Oud).

How long does Icon last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Icon loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Icon best for?

Spring is the top pick (34%). Summer is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Icon?

Day wear leads at 68%. Night is a secondary pick at 32%.

Is Icon for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 66% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Icon?

Composed by Carlos Benaïm. Released in 2015.