The smell in short
It smells mostly aromatic and green. Green notes and galbanum at the top, iris and jasmine in the middle and vetiver and sandalwood at the base.
- Came out
- 2016
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
1988 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 Floris 1988 EDP
Floris is the house behind 1988 EDP. It comes as Eau de Parfum.
1988 price and value
In Europe it costs about €149, depending on the bottle size and the shop. That puts it on the expensive side. It costs more than Nino Cerruti 1881 and Lacoste but less than Roja Dove Roja Elysium Parfum.
Day or night?
This is more of a daytime scent that suits the office and everyday wear. Its aromatic side keeps it clean and easy.
How long it lasts
This is a long lasting scent: expect about 6 to 9 hours on skin. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. It lasts longer than Roja Dove Roja Elysium Parfum and Dior Chirstian Dior Eau Sauvage. Base notes like vetiver and sandalwood are the part that stays longest on the skin.
More from Floris
This house has 26 perfumes on iPerfume. The most popular ones are Santal, Neroli Voyage and Platinum 22.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is strong. People around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Roja Dove Roja Elysium Parfum and Dior Chirstian Dior Eau Sauvage.
Best season for 1988
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. Its fresh smell feels good on warm days.
1988 dupes and alternatives
These perfumes have a close smell: Nino Cerruti 1881 (10 shared notes), Roja Dove Roja Elysium Parfum (9 shared notes), Dior Chirstian Dior Eau Sauvage (9 shared notes) and Lacoste (8 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Dior Chirstian Dior Eau Sauvage starts from €63.
Quick answers
What kind of scent is 1988?
A scent built on aromatic and green.
Is 1988 unisex?
Yes, it is made for both men and women.
When did it come out?
It came out in 2016.