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A unisex citrusy perfume that lasts?

101 replies

Merrythought · 06/11/2020 10:16

Any ideas about this? I haven’t worn scent in years. I love citrus and more masculine scents but I don’t want overpowering.
I liked Bergamotto di Positano by Floris, but found it a bit cloying sometimes.

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Astrabees · 07/11/2020 17:01

Jo Loves Pomelo, lasts for hours.

Blueuggboots · 07/11/2020 17:02

CKone is lovely and Clinique happy (don't know if they still make this??) is quite citrussy too...

NottinghamFlorest · 07/11/2020 19:44

Eau de Givenchy is citrusy and gorgeous and lasts ages!!

FenellaMaxwell · 07/11/2020 20:16

Ok - we are talking my language now! :) I have been on a quest for just this and have spent years trying them all out.

Boots lemon cologne - the smell is exactly right. But it lasts about 30 seconds. I put it on before bed so I wake up feeling all clean and lemony.
D&G light blue - it’s pretty much perfect, and it does last really well.quite pricey though. If you want to try if it’s for you, Eden perfumes do one that smells the same but it doesn’t last as long.
DKNY woman - this one is GREAT. It smells of sharp blood orange juice and holidays. It lasts quite well and isn’t too expensive.
L’occitaine lemon verbena - it’s nice, but it isn’t especially memorable. Holds better on the skin if you layer with the shower gel.
Chanel chance eau fraiche - there’s something of the citrus and clean laundry vibe about it. It’s a little sweeter than the others but it does hold well - a good option for evenings.
Clarins eau des jardins- I LOVE this perfume. It’s glorious. But it doesn’t last that well.

violetgrey · 07/11/2020 20:59

Carthusia Mediterraneo is my favourite citrus. I wore it all summer and just finished a bottle. It’s such a happy scent that reminds me of holidays in Italy.

www.libertylondon.com/uk/mediterraneo-eau-de-parfum-100ml-R139848006.html#pos=2

Frankiegoes · 07/11/2020 21:05

Clarins Eau de Jardins is my favourite, very fresh and citrusy, I love it, but unfortunately doesn't last the whole day.

Merrythought · 08/11/2020 13:10

Gorgeous suggestions, thank you.

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Benjispruce2 · 08/11/2020 13:11

Diorella is divine but £££

Ginfizzlife · 08/11/2020 13:35

Tom Ford Mandarino di Amalfi Aqua is gorgeous, it always reminds me of holidays. It’s unisex too so isn’t too feminine.

Mandarino di Amalfi Acqua by Tom Ford is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Mandarino di Amalfi Acqua was launched in 2017. Top notes are Mandarin Orange, Grapefruit, Mint, Bergamot, Tarragon and Black Currant; middle notes are Orange Blossom, Lemon Leaf Oil, Basil, Wildflowers, Clary Sage, Thyme, Shiso, Jasmine, Black Pepper and Coriander; base notes are Vetiver, Musk, Labdanum, Civet and Amber.

Ginfordinner · 08/11/2020 16:21

I tried Calvin Klein Eternity Air just before lockdown. At least I think that was the perfume. It ticked all the boxes for me as a light, floral yet fresh smelling perfume.

I am really not a fan of heavy, musky perfumes at all.

37weekswithno2 · 08/11/2020 18:43

4711

Can't remember how long lasting it is though

Ginfordinner · 08/11/2020 18:59

Not very, but I love its zingy freshness.

Benjispruce2 · 08/11/2020 19:03

Eau Dynamisante by Clarins?

Benjispruce2 · 08/11/2020 19:03

Hi @Ginfordinner Grin

lifeinlimbo2020 · 08/11/2020 19:15

Which one out of these two would people recommend?

A unisex citrusy perfume that lasts?
lifeinlimbo2020 · 08/11/2020 19:16

Sublime by Jean Patou 👌🏽

Benjispruce2 · 08/11/2020 19:18

I’ve used the Verbena shower gel and body lotion. Like sherbet lemons to me. Nice but very zingy.

Ginfordinner · 08/11/2020 19:20

@Benjispruce2

Hi *@Ginfordinner* Grin
Waves to @Benjispruce2
PolkadotsAndMoonbeams · 08/11/2020 19:23

Penhaligon's Quercus?

withlotsoflove · 08/11/2020 21:35

@lifeinlimbo2020

Sublime by Jean Patou 👌🏽
Huh? This is the least citrusy perfume I’ve ever come across? It’s powder and amber. Lovely though...
MrDarcysMa · 08/11/2020 22:19

Agree the verbena is very sherbety! Lemony but sweet- I wouldn't call it unisex

5oclocksomewhere · 08/11/2020 23:12

Space NK Laughter

Don’t even know if it exists anymore
Fresh citrusy and long lasting 4/5 hours and inexpensive enough to top up

chickydoo · 08/11/2020 23:20

Laughter was discontinued about 4-5 years ago. Such a shame as I loved it!

icelollycraving · 09/11/2020 11:20

@lifeinlimbo2020 Verbena is like sherbet lemons, fresh but sweetish. Citrus Verbena is a little sharper but also has cedar in the base which makes it better as a unisex fragrance. I personally prefer the citrus but fragrance is so personal.

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