The smell in short
The first thing you smell is Amalfi lemon and lavender. The heart brings carnation and woody notes. On the skin it settles into leather and oakmoss. Overall it smells woody and aromatic.
- Came out
- 1934
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- fall
Variety 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
Alfred Dunhill Variety EDC in detail
Alfred Dunhill is the house behind Variety EDC. It comes as Eau de Cologne.
How far Variety spreads
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Alfred Dunhill Dunhill and Guerlain Vetiver Guerlain.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €43. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs less than Azzaro and Alfred Dunhill Dunhill.
More from Alfred Dunhill
The house has 31 perfumes here, led by Icon, Signature Collection Agar Wood and Signature Collection Indian Sandalwood.
When in the day to wear Variety
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. Its aromatic side keeps it clean and easy.
Best seasons to wear it
The best time of year to wear it is fall and spring. It is less suited to summer. Ranked by season: fall, spring, winter and summer. Its fresh smell feels good on warm days.
Longevity on skin
It stays on skin for about 6 to 9 hours, so one spray in the morning can carry you through the day. Eau de Cologne is the lightest strength, so a shorter wear time is normal. It lasts longer than Alfred Dunhill Dunhill. Base notes like leather and oakmoss are the part that stays longest on the skin.
If you like Variety, try these
Similar picks to try: Azzaro (7 shared notes), Alfred Dunhill Dunhill (15 shared notes), Guerlain Vetiver Guerlain (8 shared notes) and Lacoste (7 shared notes).
Questions people ask
When did Variety come out?
It came out in 1934.
Who would like Variety?
People who enjoy woody and aromatic smells.
Can women wear it?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.