WS-F-1968

Brut

1968Men

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

Brut by Faberge is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for men. Brut was launched in 1968. The nose behind this fragrance is Karl Mann. Top notes are Lavender, Anise, Basil, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Geranium, Jasmine and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Oakmoss, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Vetiver, Sandalwood and Vanilla.

aromatic fresh spicy woody citrus

Nose: Karl Mann

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Lavender, Anise, Basil, Bergamot, Lemon
Heart· 2–4h
Geranium, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Vanilla

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

81%

74%

51%

50%

47%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring30%Fall26%Summer23%Winter21%Day62%Night38%Wears male84%

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

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Brut smell like?

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

What notes are in Brut?

Top: Lavender, Anise, Basil, Bergamot, Lemon. Heart: Geranium, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang. Base: Oakmoss, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Vanilla.

How long does Brut last?

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

Is Brut loud?

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

What season is Brut best for?

Spring is the top pick (30%). Fall is second at 26%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Brut?

Day wear leads at 62%. Night is a secondary pick at 38%.

Is Brut for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 84% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Brut?

Composed by Karl Mann. Released in 1968.