Havana
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into warm spicy.
About
Havana by Aramis is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for men. Havana was launched in 1994. Havana was created by Nathalie Feisthauer and Xavier Renard. Top notes are Mandarin Orange, Artemisia, Basil and Caraway; middle notes are Tobacco, Cinnamon, Fir and Carnation; base notes are Oakmoss, Patchouli, Vetiver and Sandalwood.
Noses: Nathalie Feisthauer · Xavier Renard
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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 woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Aramis picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Havana smell like?
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, warm spicy.
What notes are in Havana?
Top: Mandarin Orange, Artemisia, Basil, Caraway. Heart: Tobacco, Cinnamon, Fir, Carnation. Base: Oakmoss, Patchouli, Vetiver, Sandalwood.
How long does Havana last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Havana loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Havana best for?
Fall is the top pick (33%). Winter is second at 26%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Havana?
Day wear leads at 50%. Night is a secondary pick at 50%.
Is Havana for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 87% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Havana?
Composed by Nathalie Feisthauer and Xavier Renard. Released in 1994.
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