What does it smell like?
Main smell: woody and aromatic. It opens with bergamot and cardamom, moves to amber and carnation and dries down to amber and benzoin.
- Came out
- 1988
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- winter
Colors de Benetton Man Original 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
Benetton Colors de Benetton Man Original EDC in detail
Colors de Benetton Man Original EDC carries the name of its own house. Its strength is 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 Gianni Versace Blue Jeans but less than Azzaro.
Other Benetton perfumes
This house has 30 perfumes on iPerfume. The most popular ones are United Dreams Live Free, Colors De Benetton Women Rose and Sisterland Golden Vanilla.
Its style
The strongest accord is woody (100%), followed by aromatic and warm spicy. You will probably like it if you enjoy woody and aromatic smells and notes like amber and amber. Less obvious notes include lavender, cedar and musk. Perfume fans rate it 4.29 out of 5.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is strong. People around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Elizabeth Taylor Passion for Men and Gianni Versace Blue Jeans.
When in the day to wear Colors de Benetton Man Original
This is more of a daytime scent that suits the office and everyday wear. Its aromatic side keeps it clean and easy.
Colors de Benetton Man Original longevity
This is a long lasting scent: expect about 6 to 9 hours on skin. Eau de Cologne is the lightest strength, so a shorter wear time is normal. It lasts longer than Gianni Versace Blue Jeans. Base notes like amber and benzoin are the part that stays longest on the skin.
More from this line
There is 1 other version of this perfume, released in 1987.
Colors de Benetton Man Original dupes and alternatives
These perfumes have a close smell: Elizabeth Taylor Passion for Men (12 shared notes), Gianni Versace Blue Jeans (9 shared notes), Azzaro (10 shared notes) and Penhaligon's Penhaligons Trade Routes Halfeti (8 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Penhaligon's Penhaligons Trade Routes Halfeti starts from €26.
Quick answers
Can women wear Colors de Benetton Man Original?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
When did Colors de Benetton Man Original come out?
It came out in 1988.
Is it good for summer?
It is better in winter and fall. In hot weather it can feel heavy.