How it smells
The first thing you smell is basil and bergamot. The heart brings lavender and pepper. On the skin it settles into cedar and musk. Overall it smells aromatic and fresh spicy.
- Came out
- 2001
- Lasts
- 3 to 6 hours
- Best in
- spring
Shogun notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
A closer look at Alain Delon Shogun EDC
Shogun EDC comes from Alain Delon. This one is the Eau de Cologne.
Price per bottle size
In Europe it costs about €45, depending on the bottle size and the shop. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs more than Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir but less than Lacoste and Azzaro.
Which weather suits it
It is at its best in spring. It is less suited to winter. From best to least suited, the seasons are spring, fall, summer and winter. Its fresh smell feels good on warm days.
Day or night?
This is more of a daytime scent that suits the office and everyday wear. Its aromatic side keeps it clean and easy.
Alain Delon perfumes worth knowing
This house has 12 perfumes on iPerfume. The most popular ones are Iquitos, Le Temps D'Aimer and AD Alain Delon Classic.
How long Shogun stays on skin
Expect about 3 to 6 hours on skin, which is about average for a perfume. Eau de Cologne is the lightest strength, so a shorter wear time is normal. Jaguar and Lacoste last longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like cedar and musk are the part that stays longest on the skin.
How far Shogun spreads
Its sillage is medium. People near you can smell it. Three or four sprays give a good balance. Azzaro spreads further.
If you like Shogun, try these
These perfumes have a close smell: Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir (11 shared notes), Jaguar (12 shared notes), Lacoste (9 shared notes) and Azzaro (10 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Jaguar starts from €21.
Quick answers
When did Shogun come out?
It came out in 2001.
What kind of scent is Shogun?
A scent built on aromatic and fresh spicy.
Can women wear it?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.