What does it smell like?
It smells mostly leather and woody. Ambrette and carnation at the top, carnation and cedar in the middle and leather and mahogany at the base.
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- fall
1818 Signature Cologne 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 Brooks Brothers 1818 Signature Cologne EDC
1818 Signature Cologne EDC comes from Brooks Brothers. This one is the Eau de Cologne.
Sillage and projection
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. The Spirit of Dubai Baz unisex spreads further.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €45. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs more than Yves Saint Laurent Kouros but less than Dior Fahrenheit.
More from Brooks Brothers
The house has 11 perfumes here, led by Black Fleece, Black Fleece Blue Cologne unisex and Black Fleece Red Cologne unisex.
For work or for evenings
It works better at night than in the day, so it is a good pick for evenings, dinners and going out. Its leather side feels cosy and rich after dark. For daytime, Dior Fahrenheit is a lighter match.
Who will like 1818 Signature Cologne
The strongest accord is leather (100%), followed by woody and floral. You will probably like it if you enjoy leather and woody smells and notes like carnation and leather. Less obvious notes include cashmeran, jasmine and musk.
1818 Signature Cologne through the year
The best time of year to wear it is fall. It is less suited to summer. Ranked by season: fall, spring, winter and summer. If you need something for summer, Dior Fahrenheit is a better fit.
If you like 1818 Signature Cologne, try these
Similar picks to try: Dior Fahrenheit (8 shared notes), Elizabeth Taylor Passion (8 shared notes), Yves Saint Laurent Kouros (5 shared notes) and The Spirit of Dubai Baz unisex (7 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Elizabeth Taylor Passion starts from €29.
Questions people ask
Does 1818 Signature Cologne last long?
It lasts about 6 to 9 hours on skin.
Can women wear 1818 Signature Cologne?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.