Niche: Oriental Woods
Person: Male
The suitable age: 25+
Year of launch: 1984
Concentration: EDT
Perfumer: Sharra Lamoureax
Duration: Very long-lasting – 12 and over hours
Sillage: Permissible within approx. 2 m
When to wear: Day and Night throughout spring, autumn, and winter
Style: Classical, elegant, and sophisticated
Top Notes: Aldehydes, Orange, Fruity Notes, Bergamot
Middle Notes: Carnation, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Cinnamon, Iris Root, Cedarwood, Rose
Base Notes: Honey, Tonka Bean, Amber, Musk, Anise, Oakmoss, Vanilla
OVERVIEW
Good: A classic masculine scent full of richness, especially woody notes. Creates a very ethereal atmospheric feeling and passionate scent experience.
Bad: In extreme heat, one may find this light-hearted scent to be less expressive, though it certainly emanates well. The fragrance is quite substantial, with strong presence-not really for confined spaces. Older generation can see this perfume a bit too aged for their tastes.
Giorgio for Men perfume by Giorgio Beverly Hills is an oriental-woody fragrance for men, introduced in 1984. The fragrance composition of this perfume bottle was created by PFW Group. This is a perfume with a lovely strong scent but one must exercise caution while applying it – it can be quite strong if over applied. When applied well, this perfume would leave you smelling undeniably masculine, throughout the day.
Fresh notes of herbal freshness and patchouli help conceal the sharpness of rose and carnation. The perfume is also strong with moss, wood, and some earthly notes. All of these fragrances rest on a base of passionate notes; when patchouli, oakmoss, and cedarwood are mixed, it smells of chalk. As the perfume settles down, the scent will remind you of sweet and resinous ones.
The shape of the bottle is simple with rounded edges. This transparent glass layer shows the light green-yellow perfume inside.
This is a perfume bottle with a strong scent, and need to be very careful when using and not using too much. However, if used correctly, the perfume will give you a masculine scent and stick around for a long day.
History and Inspiration
Giorgio Beverly Hills was founded in 1961 by Fred Hayman, the “father of Rodeo Drive.” The name was soon synonymous with luxury and glamour, and Hayman attracted Hollywood royalty and beyond to his stores. In 1981, Giorgio Beverly Hills launched its first fragrance, Giorgio, for women, which was an instant success. Following its success was Giorgio for Men in 1984, as if with the same essence of luxury and opulence for the well-groomed gentleman.
Giorgio for Men was made to be reflective of life in Beverly Hills in all its vigor and extravagance. An arresting, memorable scent meant to catch the attention of anyone who crosses its way. A scent of confidence and charm, with a pinch of hedonism. The perfect fragrance for men who know how to live well.
Scent Description
Giorgio for Men is an aromatic fougère fragrance, which means it has fresh, green, and woody features. This composition is complicated and multilayered with citrus, floral, spicy, and woody notes that build a unique scent that captivates.
Top Notes
The top notes of Giorgio for Men burst with brightness and freshness from the top with aromas of aldehydes, orange, fruity notes, and bergamot. Aldehydes give an impression of early crispness and slightly bitter soapiness that lay a clean and elegant aura to the fragrance. Orange brings in a juicy and sweet citrus burst, while fruity notes blend in with the freshness. Bergamot adds an invigorating and zesty slightly bitter-sweetness that rounds up the top notes with a lively and energizing start.
Heart Notes
With the transition toward the heart notes of the perfume, we discover a rich aromatic bouquet of carnation, cinnamon, sandalwood, patchouli, and orris root. Carnation gives a spicy slightly clove-like floral character that warms and deepens this accord’s heart. The sweetness and woodiness of cinnamon enhance the spiciness, while sandalwood lends a smooth creamy woodiness. Patchouli provides an earthy note with slightly sweet undertones, and orris root contributes a powdery-floral quality. Together the notes weave a complex, mesmerizing heart that adds sophistication and charm to the fragrance.
Base Notes
The base notes of Giorgio for Men are warm, woody, and slightly musky, sustaining notes of honey, tonka bean, amber, musk, benzoin, vanilla, and oak moss. Honey provides a depth of richness and sweetness, while tonka bean offers warmth and a sweet, resiny, yet faintly spicy aroma. Amber adds warmth resinous, slightly smoky, while musk instills soft and sensual notes. Benzoin is sweet, with a balsamic and vanilla-like quality and enhancements of warmth and sweetness from vanilla itself. Oakmoss lends a slightly woody and earthy quality, giving the fragrance a strong holding power and memory.
Longevity and Sillage
Giorgio for Men has much to boast about when it comes to longevity as a scent; it does not disappoint when it comes to lasting from morning through the evening. Generally speaking, an average stay on the skin of about 8-10 hours is considered, more often than not, the heart and base notes remain long after the fading of the top ones. The longevity is suitable for both daytime and evening use providing a graceful but solid olfactory presence.
The sillage of Giorgio for Men is strong, making sure to convey the scent while not becoming too offensive. Once spread upon application, there is an impressive projection at the first, creating an aura surrounding the bearer. As it dries down, moderate sillage comes into play; the fragrance stays recognizable, but not from afar. With this stable projection, Giorgio for men has the right footing to fit in with an array of discourse from the formal affair to an outing.
Packaging and Presentation
The Giorgio for Men packaging draws timeless elegance, which complements the sophisticated and opulent fragrance. The perfume is contained in the classic glass bottle with clean lines and a hefty feel. The amber color of the bottle matches the warm and woody base notes of the fragrance. The gold-finished cap further complements the luxurious look of the bottle.
The outer side matches the sophistication of the inner package. The product box was designed in consideration of the bottle’s arrangement with minimum distraction. The upper half of the box contains the name “Giorgio Beverly Hills” and a striped pattern in gold and white, imbuing the product with a sense of luxury and glamour. The finer packing details represent the brand’s temperament of employing eye-catching ornaments for its quality products.
The Experience
Wearing Giorgio for Men defines confidence, sophistication, and charm; Giorgio for Men has been created that will bewilder and leave a lasting impression, embodying the glamorous lifestyle of Beverly Hills.
The initial spritz into the atmosphere is pure brightness and vivacity: the top notes, aldehydes; orange; fruity notes; and bergamot, create a fresh and energizing opening scene. Gradually evolving, with heart notes, the scent becomes ever-deepening and complex, in total contrast to the sparkle of the opening-carnation, cinnamon, sandalwood, patchouli, and orris root: entrancing and exquisite. The rich, warm base of honey, tonka bean, amber, musk, benzoin, vanilla, and oakmoss creates a lingering sensual memory of the fragrance, widely present and adored on whoever other wears it throughout the entire day.
In this unique property, Giorgio for Men tends to build its own personality on every wearer, as it reacts uniquely to different skin types. Freshness and citric notes may be more pronounced on a few wearers, while warm and woody notes may be multiplied strongly on others. Because of this, the fragrance becomes a uniquely personal affair: in this case, a beautiful dance between a wearer’s personal scent and the fragrance in its own right.
Versatility and Seasonal Suitability
Giorgio for Men has an endless choice and is an all-season fragrance. With deep-seated balance and complex character, it serves alternatively in different seasons across almost all tarry doings.
Spring and Summer
In spring and summer, the bright freshness and citrus notes that define the aldehydes, orange, fruity notes, and bergamot elements shine. Thus, they generate an aura full of life and vivacity, complementing the atmosphere. Considerable dispersement allows it to linger in the outdoors or…engager All in all, it just works for every occasion…very daytime kind of scent.
Autumn and Winter
During the autumn and winter seasons, one welcomes the warmer and comfort-giving honey, tonka bean, amber, musk, benzoin, vanilla, and oakmoss base notes. Comfort and warmth characterize the fragrance; hence, it is an ideal fragrance fit for cooler weather. This fragrance also boasts an impressive lasting quality; it would be well felt during a colder day. Hence, it would suit formal occasions, evening parties, and special events exceptionally well.
Target Audience
Giorgio for Men is meant for men with a dreamy understanding of bold and sophisticated fragrances. The acute fragrance will appeal to any age group ranging from young adults to very mature men due to its character and balance. The one who truly loves the aromatic fougère type of perfume with some sweetness and warmth will find this fragrance comfortable.
Giorgio for Men is a great pick; besides, the perfume is impeccably wrapped and packaged, so anyone who loves beautifully designed things and high-quality work will surely be attracted to it. It makes the perfect personal treat or gift that will always be remembered.
Comparisons to Other Fragrances
To fully understand this perfume, one must look at some of the other fragrances present in the market for comparison. This comparison points out the uniqueness of the perfume while presenting insight into the different qualities of Giorgio for Men.
Drakkar Noir from Guy Laroche by
Introduced in 1982, Drakkar Noir by Guy Laroche stands as another classic in the category of aromatic fougéres. The fragrance blends lavender, wanderingly citrus, and woods for a fresh masculine scent. In comparison, the fragrance structure of Giorgio for Men is fuller and more complex based on its floral, spicy, and sweet notes. While Drakkar Noir expresses freshness and cleanliness, Giorgio for Men embodies an aura of sophistication and lavishness.
Kouros by Yves Saint Laurent
Kouros by Yves Saint Laurent is a fragrance that blossomed with awe and pride in 1981 with a power in aromatics and piquity. Its essences carry the richness of aldehydes, spicy elements, and wood identify. In contrast, Giorgio for Men offers a balanced and harmonious combination of citrusy, floral, and woody notes. Kouros is meant for the devotee of strong and assertive fragrances, while Giorgio is something more versatile and elegant.
Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein
Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein was created in 1986, being warm with an incredibly sensual oriental woody perfume. It consists of a harmonious flourish of spices, amber, and musk, which make for a rich and charming scent. On another hand, Giorgio for Men possesses an aromatic fresh structure of citrusy, floral, and sweet accords when placed side by side. While Obsession for Men seems like a good option if you’re into warm and spicy fragrances, Giorgio for Men is more like an interesting choice for a dynamic and sophisticated fragrance.