Clive Christian Original Collection 1872 Feminine
The smell in short
It smells mostly citrus and woody. Bergamot and Amalfi lemon at the top, lily-of-the-valley and violet in the middle and oakmoss and Virginia cedar at the base.
- Came out
- 1872
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
Original Collection 1872 Feminine notes
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A closer look at Clive Christian Original Collection 1872 Feminine
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Original Collection 1872 Feminine sillage
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Azzaro Chrome and Shiseido Zen.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €4. That makes it one of the more affordable picks. It costs less than Azzaro Chrome and Shiseido Zen.
Original Collection 1872 Feminine through the year
The best time of year to wear it is spring. It is less suited to winter. Ranked by season: spring, summer, fall and winter.
Who will like it
The strongest accord is citrus (100%), followed by woody and floral. You will probably like it if you enjoy citrus and woody smells and notes like lily-of-the-valley and oakmoss. Less obvious notes include rosemary, freesia and musk. Perfume fans rate it 4.03 out of 5.
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For work or for evenings
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. Its citrus side keeps it clean and easy.
Original Collection 1872 Feminine dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Azzaro Chrome (8 shared notes), Shiseido Zen (8 shared notes), Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò (9 shared notes) and Jil Sander #4 (9 shared notes).
More questions
Does Original Collection 1872 Feminine last long?
It lasts about 6 to 9 hours on skin.
When did Original Collection 1872 Feminine come out?
It came out in 1872.
Can women wear it?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.