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Geoffrey Beene Grey Flannel perfume bottle

Geoffrey Beene

Grey Flannel

1975Men

aromatic up front, then powdery, settling into violet.

About

Grey Flannel by Geoffrey Beene is a Floral Green fragrance for men. Grey Flannel was launched in 1975. The nose behind this fragrance is Andre Fromentin. Top notes are Galbanum, Petitgrain, Neroli, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Violet, Iris, Geranium, Narcissus, Mimosa, Sage and Rose; base notes are Oakmoss,…

Nose: Andre Fromentin

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown
  1. Opening· 0–30m

    Galbanum, Petitgrain, Neroli, Bergamot, Lemon

  2. Heart· 2–4h

    Violet, Iris, Geranium, Narcissus, Mimosa, Sage, Rose

  3. Drydown· 6h+

    Oakmoss, Vetiver, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Almond

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

Wear intel

Community data
LongevityLong
ReachArm's length
Fall33%Winter28%Spring27%Summer12%Day64%Night36%Wears male51%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers
What does Grey Flannel smell like?

aromatic up front, then powdery, settling into violet. Dominant accords: aromatic, powdery, violet.

What notes are in Grey Flannel?

Top: Galbanum, Petitgrain, Neroli, Bergamot, Lemon. Heart: Violet, Iris, Geranium, Narcissus, Mimosa, Sage, Rose. Base: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Almond.

How long does Grey Flannel last?

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

Is Grey Flannel loud?

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

What season is Grey Flannel best for?

Fall is the top pick (33%). Winter is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Grey Flannel?

Day wear leads at 64%. Night is a secondary pick at 36%.

Is Grey Flannel for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 51% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Grey Flannel?

Composed by Andre Fromentin. Released in 1975.

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