WS-C-1981

Antaeus

1981Men

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into leather.

Antaeus by Chanel is a Woody Chypre fragrance for men. Antaeus was launched in 1981. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Polge. Top notes are Clary Sage, Coriander, Bergamot, Lime, Amalfi Lemon and Myrtle; middle notes are Rose, Thyme, Basil and Jasmine; base notes are Castoreum, Oakmoss, Patchouli and…

woody aromatic leather mossy

Nose: Jacques Polge

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Clary Sage, Coriander, Bergamot, Lime, Amalfi Lemon, Myrtle
Heart· 2–4h
Rose, Thyme, Basil, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Castoreum, Oakmoss, Patchouli, French labdanum

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

95%

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65%

63%

62%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter40%Fall36%Spring17%Summer7%Night63%Day37%Wears male79%

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 winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Antaeus smell like?

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into leather. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, leather.

What notes are in Antaeus?

Top: Clary Sage, Coriander, Bergamot, Lime, Amalfi Lemon, Myrtle. Heart: Rose, Thyme, Basil, Jasmine. Base: Castoreum, Oakmoss, Patchouli, French labdanum.

How long does Antaeus last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Antaeus loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Antaeus best for?

Winter is the top pick (40%). Fall is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Antaeus?

Night wear leads at 63%. Day is a secondary pick at 37%.

Is Antaeus for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 79% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Antaeus?

Composed by Jacques Polge. Released in 1981.