Clive Christian 1872 Orris
The smell in short
The first thing you smell is grapefruit and bergamot. The heart brings iris and magnolia. On the skin it settles into orris and vetiver. Overall it smells citrus and iris.
- Came out
- 2017
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
1872 Orris 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
Clive Christian 1872 Orris in detail
1872 Orris is made by Clive Christian.
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. If you need something for winter, Clive Christian No1 Masculine is a better fit.
Day or night?
This is more of a daytime scent that suits the office and everyday wear. Its citrus side keeps it clean and easy.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is strong. People around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Gianni Versace Blue Jeans.
More from Clive Christian
This house has 63 perfumes on iPerfume. The most popular ones are Xxi Art Deco Blonde Amber, Noble Xxi Art Deco Blonde Amber and Clive Christian X.
Who will like 1872 Orris
The strongest accord is citrus (100%), followed by iris and woody. You will probably like it if you enjoy citrus and iris smells and notes like iris and orris. Less obvious notes include mandarin orange, rose and sandalwood. Perfume fans rate it 4.02 out of 5.
What 1872 Orris costs
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 Clive Christian No1 Masculine but less than Clive Christian No 1.
Flankers and editions
There are 2 other versions of this perfume, released in 2001.
1872 Orris dupes and alternatives
These perfumes have a close smell: Gianni Versace Blue Jeans (9 shared notes), Clive Christian No1 Masculine (10 shared notes), Boucheron Pour Homme (10 shared notes) and Clive Christian No 1 (10 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Gianni Versace Blue Jeans starts from €30.
More questions
When did 1872 Orris come out?
It came out in 2017.
How long does 1872 Orris last?
About 6 to 9 hours on skin.
Can men wear it?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.