WS-C-1995

1881

1995Men

powdery up front, then floral, settling into yellow floral.

1881 by Cerruti is a Floral fragrance for women. 1881 was launched in 1995. The nose behind this fragrance is Claire Cain Miller. Top notes are Mimosa, Iris, Rose, Freesia, Violet, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine and Bergamot; middle notes are Chamomile, Iris, Narcissus, Galbanum, Geranium, Coriander, Jasmine, Brazilian Rosewood, Orange Blossom and…

powdery floral yellow floral herbal

Nose: Claire Cain Miller

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Mimosa, Iris, Rose, Freesia, Violet, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Chamomile, Iris, Narcissus, Galbanum, Geranium, Coriander, Jasmine, Brazilian Rosewood, Orange Blossom, Tuberose
Drydown· 6h+
Musk, Sandalwood, Cedar, Vanilla, Amber

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

99%

66%

66%

65%

56%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring37%Fall26%Summer23%Winter15%Day80%Night20%Wears female81%

Skin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Cerruti picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does 1881 smell like?

powdery up front, then floral, settling into yellow floral. Dominant accords: powdery, floral, yellow floral.

What notes are in 1881?

Top: Mimosa, Iris, Rose, Freesia, Violet, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine, Bergamot. Heart: Chamomile, Iris, Narcissus, Galbanum, Geranium, Coriander, Jasmine, Brazilian Rosewood, Orange Blossom, Tuberose. Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Cedar, Vanilla, Amber.

How long does 1881 last?

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

Is 1881 loud?

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

What season is 1881 best for?

Spring is the top pick (37%). Fall is second at 26%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for 1881?

Day wear leads at 80%. Night is a secondary pick at 20%.

Is 1881 for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 81% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made 1881?

Composed by Claire Cain Miller. Released in 1995.