How it smells
The first thing you smell is galbanum and yellow mandarin. The heart brings Indian mimosa and tuberose. On the skin it settles into vetiver and oakmoss. Overall it smells woody and green.
- Lasts
- 3 to 6 hours
- Best in
- spring
Derby notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Indian Mimosa
Tuberose
Ylang-Ylang
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 Milano Fragranze Derby EDP
Milano Fragranze is the house behind Derby EDP. It comes as Eau de Parfum.
Best season for Derby
It is at its best in spring and fall. 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.
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How long it lasts
Expect about 3 to 6 hours on skin, which is about average for a perfume. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. Ulric De Varens Varensia and Loewe Esencia De Loewe last longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like vetiver and oakmoss are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Derby for work or evenings
This is more of a daytime scent that suits the office and everyday wear. Its green side keeps it clean and easy.
Its style
The strongest accord is woody (100%), followed by green and aromatic. You will probably like it if you enjoy woody and green smells and notes like Indian mimosa and vetiver. Less obvious notes include violet leaf, ylang-ylang and sandalwood. Perfume fans rate it 3.92 out of 5.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is medium. People near you can smell it. Three or four sprays give a good balance. Ulric De Varens Varensia spreads further.
Perfumes that smell like Derby
These perfumes have a close smell: Ulric De Varens Varensia (5 shared notes), Loewe Esencia De Loewe (7 shared notes), Cerruti 1881 Men (7 shared notes) and Roja Dove Roja Danger Pour Homme Parfum Cologne (5 shared notes).
More questions
Is Derby unisex?
Yes, it is made for both men and women.
How much does Derby cost?
About €98 in Europe.