The year Clive Christian acquired the crown perfumery: Clive Christian's 1872 Masculin opens on bergamot, lime, and grapefruit before lavender and clary sage carry it into cedar and sandalwood, for men.
1872 Masculin takes its name from the year that defines the house's origin story. The citrus opening of bergamot, lime, and grapefruit is bright and layered: bergamot provides aromatic freshness; lime adds sharp tartness; grapefruit contributes bitter depth. Lavender in the heart introduces the herbal-aromatic quality that places the composition in the fougere tradition; clary sage adds a slightly earthy, herbal note.
Spices provide warmth in the heart. Cedarwood and sandalwood in the base create the woody foundation: cedar adds dry, structured warmth; sandalwood provides creamy smoothness. Patchouli contributes earthy depth; frankincense adds dry, slightly smoky resinous character; musk extends the drydown. A classic aromatic woody suited to the house's heritage position. Eight to ten hours on skin.
1872 Masculin suits year-round from daytime through evening. The lavender and cedar accord reads well across a range of temperatures. A fragrance suited to professional and formal occasions.
