WS-VSA-1997

Swiss Army

1997Men

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

Swiss Army by Victorinox Swiss Army is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Swiss Army was launched in 1997. Top notes are Mint, Green Notes, Bergamot, Yuzu and Ginger; middle notes are Lavender, Rosemary, Violet Leaf, edelweiss and Geranium; base notes are Cypress, Balsam Fir, Cedar, Musk and Amber.

fresh spicy aromatic green woody

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Mint, Green Notes, Bergamot, Yuzu, Ginger
Heart· 2–4h
Lavender, Rosemary, Violet Leaf, edelweiss, Geranium
Drydown· 6h+
Cypress, Balsam Fir, Cedar, Musk, Amber

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

99%

76%

67%

43%

34%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring37%Summer37%Fall18%Winter8%Day80%Night20%Wears male73%

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 Victorinox Swiss Army picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Swiss Army smell like?

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

What notes are in Swiss Army?

Top: Mint, Green Notes, Bergamot, Yuzu, Ginger. Heart: Lavender, Rosemary, Violet Leaf, edelweiss, Geranium. Base: Cypress, Balsam Fir, Cedar, Musk, Amber.

How long does Swiss Army last?

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

Is Swiss Army loud?

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

What season is Swiss Army best for?

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

Day or night for Swiss Army?

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

Is Swiss Army for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 73% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.