1888
warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into amber.
About
1888 by Casamorati 1888 is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. 1888 was launched in 2013. Top notes are Carnation, Pepper, Coriander and Saffron; middle notes are Ylang-Ylang, Rose and Neroli; base notes are Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli and Birch.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
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 Casamorati 1888 picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does 1888 smell like?
warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into amber. Dominant accords: warm spicy, woody, amber.
What notes are in 1888?
Top: Carnation, Pepper, Coriander, Saffron. Heart: Ylang-Ylang, Rose, Neroli. Base: Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Birch.
How long does 1888 last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is 1888 loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is 1888 best for?
Fall is the top pick (38%). Winter is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for 1888?
Night wear leads at 56%. Day is a secondary pick at 44%.
Is 1888 for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 49% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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