Men
Antonio
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Antonio by Antonio Banderas is a woody musky floral fragrance for men. This perfume is the winner of the FiFi Award Fragrance of the Year Men's Popular Appeal 2007.
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- Positivo 86%
- Negativo 13%
- Neutral 0.8%
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It smells good, even if it’s generic (which isn’t bad). It’s like a green plant with a hint of honey. The only thing that didn’t convince me is how it clings to the skin; even when I splashed on 5 ml at once, it didn’t project much. There’s no sillage, but if you spray it in the air, curiously, it floats for a while.
Masculine and classic, as another user rightly said. A bit generic but pleasant, perfect for anyone seeking something traditional. I don’t detect the honey others mention, but if it’s there, it’s likely the sweetness from the orange blending with the fir and wood notes.
It’s not the crown jewel of Antonio Banderas’ line, but since it was the first one I tried, I liked it. Today, I only have a miniature because I shared the full bottle with my dad, but I want to dive deeper into it. It’s not extraordinary, yet it doesn’t smell like an everyday mass-market perfume, so I don’t get why people call it ‘unoriginal’.
Here, ‘generic’ means common, and it’s fair to say that. It was my first Banderas fragrance and left me with good memories. It’s pleasant, nothing spectacular, but it has its own identity, and I can’t find anything that smells exactly like it.
Upon opening, you’re greeted by fresh bergamot and a green touch of balsam fir. Half an hour in, musk takes over, giving way to a soft, spicy wood note that lingers after four hours. Its main trait is linearity: it evolves quickly into the musky base without many surprises. It’s not floral, though the initial citrus and a faint lavender hint subtly remind me of D&G Pour Homme. With 1.5 ml, it lasts over ten hours, with moderate projection at first and a weak trail at the end. For the price, it’s a win. It’s versatile: it handles summer heat and physical activity well, making it ideal for daily wear, though it might lack the complexity for evening occasions.
At first, vibrant bergamot and green fir with a leather undertone. Half an hour in, musk dominates, and by the four-hour mark, that soft wood (cashmere) and pepper become clear. The dry down, after ten hours, is musky with spicy touches. Its flaw is being too linear, jumping quickly to the musky-wood base. It’s not floral, though the initial citrus and a possible faint lavender reminded me subtly of D&G Pour Homme. With 1.5 ml, it lasts over ten hours, with moderate projection at the start and a weak trail at the end. For the price, it has no vices. It’s versatile: works in summer for sports and in winter, though it might lack depth for night. Ideal for daily wear.
It’s a great perfume. I suppose it’s discontinued, as I haven’t seen it in years. How would I define it? One reason they don’t sell it is that its style isn’t in fashion anymore: it’s a woody-green scent à la Dolce Gabbana Pour Homme; I’m not saying they’re identical, but they share that refined, very masculine, formal, green line with the subtle sweetness of tonka bean (not listed, but it smells like that to me); with the freshness of lime. I’m surprised it smells so good and so natural. Of all the Banderas, maybe this is the one that gives the impression they could put it in a designer bottle and sell it for 60 euros without issue. No one would think it’s a drugstore cologne. It’s not simple; on the contrary, it has acceptable projection and very good longevity. Sometimes it shows up, especially in those neighborhood perfumeries. I recommend not missing the chance. It’s worth a lot. In terms of quality, I believe it’s the best of the Banderas; maybe that had something to do with its disappearance: the damn cost-benefit duo.
It happened that encountering this perfume brought back memories even though I hadn’t known it before. Perhaps a scent imprinted in memory at some point in the past. The reunion brought me immense joy; encouraged by Bofifa’s advice, I jumped in and was thrilled from the very first spray. Adding something unusual: suggested by the honeycomb bottle, my first image was a bee pollinating balsamic herbs. I don’t understand why it’s not more renowned; it should be a classic of the Banderas league and its best medal, especially with that award behind it. Originality works in its favor, and it doesn’t remind me of any other in the saga, as if they tried to leave a distinct mark from the One Million trend. I like it, I really like it. I only find reasons to recommend it with my eyes closed.
The men’s line from AB has oriental-spiced gems like The Secret Temptation, Mediterráneo, and Spirit, but it usually makes soft, aquatic, musky, and aromatic fragrances that reflect its budget-friendly nature, sometimes with an artificial effect. ANTONIO by ANTONIO BANDERAS fits here, without reaching the quality of the previous three, but with an acceptable tone. Fragantica classifies it as Woody Musky Floral, which is accurate, though it doesn’t list floral notes. Citrus opening (lemon and bergamot) with a delicate floral and herbaceous base. The bottle, shaped like a honeycomb, suggests pollination of wildflowers, without intense aromas but sweetening the atmosphere. Over time, I notice a pristine, clear, soapy musk with a spring garden aura. I suspect it uses cashmeran, a synthetic molecule that adds a sweet floral character—jasmine, heliotrope, vanilla, amber, classic soap, leathery and spiced base, faint woods, and camphor. All these nuances are in ANTONIO. In the dry-down, mentholated and balsamic aromas extend the longevity. It’s unisex, leaning more feminine. Discrete trail, prolonged longevity. Wearable at any time: delicate, elegant, harmonious, balanced, and smiling.
My friend Bofifa let me test this AB. It’s a good fragrance, underrated for not coming from a prestigious house. Sometimes we spend a fortune on perfumes that cost triple and perform half as well. It seems pleasant and well-crafted, with a nod to Rabanne’s Tenere’ thanks to honey and tobacco notes. Sweet and fresh at first, it becomes classic and soft over time. Masculine, with acceptable longevity and decent but pleasant projection. Perfect if you’re looking for something different and affordable.
One of my first Banderas, alongside Spirit, and it’s my favorite. It conveyed a sense of luxury for its price, as if made with care. Antonio named it after himself, which sounds redundant (‘Antonio by Antonio’), but I understand why it won the Fifi Award in 2007. On my skin, it starts with a very lively lemon that soon turns sweet and herbaceous. Fifteen minutes in, the herbs blend with woods that smell like conifers after rain. The animalic notes linger in the base until the very end. I don’t smell honey or strong spices, just subtle woods. It lasts seven hours on my skin with adequate projection for daily life: work, gym, family dinners. It’s not overwhelming or fades away; it’s a timely companion. I recommend it for day and night, in summer (it projects more) and winter (better for daytime). It might not suit young men aged 16 to 25 due to current trends, but for the old school like me, it’s perfect. It’s almost impossible to find, but I have ten bottles I bought casually. I use it on weekdays for 70% of my life: work, home, friends, family. For parties, I use my premium perfumes, not because Antonio isn’t worth it, but because it’s so versatile that the rest of my collection would be envious to see how I use my ten ‘Antonios’. I recommend it if you’re lucky enough to find it.
One of the first AB fragrances I used, along with Spirit, is my favorite. It conveyed luxury for its price, made with care. Antonio named it after himself, which sounds redundant to me, but I understand it won the FiFi Award in 2007. On my nose, it opens with a citrus burst featuring vibrant lemon, turning sweet and herbaceous. After 15 minutes, woody notes like pine after rain emerge. The animal base persists. I don’t detect honey or spices, just faint woods. Performance is solid, especially longevity: it lasts 7 hours on my skin. Projection is appropriate for daily life, not invasive, versatile for work, gym, or dinner. It accompanies without overwhelming. I recommend it for day and night, summer, fall, spring, and winter (in cold weather, more for daytime). Suitable for any age, though teens aged 16–25 used to One Million or Invictus might not look for this; they’d prefer The Golden Secret or King of Seduction. I’m old school, preferring Spirit and Antonio. The latter is almost impossible to find. By chance, I found 10 bottles and use them daily on weekdays. For special occasions, I reach for my premium perfumes—not because Antonio isn’t worthy, but because it’s so versatile that the rest of my collection would be envious to see how I go through my 10 Antonios while theirs gather dust. I recommend it if you’re lucky.
It’s not similar to 212 Men, as the title suggested. It refers to the hype from 2007–2012 on blogs where they claimed it was. Far from reality. It’s simple, long-lasting, with a vintage touch. Easy to wear, but not for anyone under 30. Scent: 6/10, Quality: 9/10, Longevity: 8/10, Projection: 5/10, Versatility: 8/10.
Although it’s discontinued, I have two bottles. My partner was captivated by this fragrance at seventeen; it was unmistakable and left a trail wherever he went. Although it’s meant for an adult man, I’ve always liked perfumes with character. It lasts a long time on skin and clothes. My partner confessed that the scent bothered him even when we were about to go to bed because it was still lingering. I found someone who smells the same on my partner: Stronger With You by Armani.
Even though it’s discontinued, I have two bottles. My partner was captivated by this scent when I was 17; it was unmistakable and left a trail wherever I went. It’s for adult men, but I like perfumes with character. It lasts a long time on skin and clothes. My partner even confessed it bothered him so much that I still smelled like it when we went to bed. I found a similar one for him: Stronger with You by Armani.
Antonio is a very good fragrance, underestimated because it doesn’t come from a more prestigious brand. It’s proof that big houses don’t always deliver everything and sometimes expensive isn’t the best. For me, it’s one of Antonio Banderas’ best, I think the only one I didn’t keep in my collection because I used the full bottle. Although I still have the miniature.
A very good fragrance, underrated because it doesn’t come from a famous brand. This proves that big names don’t always deliver everything and that expensive doesn’t mean better. For me, it’s one of the best from AB; the only one I didn’t re-collect because I used the whole bottle. I still have the mini.
Does anyone know if Antonio de Antonio Banderas is still being made? I’m looking for a place where they still produce it so I can buy some. Thanks in advance.
One of my favorites from a decade ago, with brutal projection and a top-tier scent. They discontinued it, and I still keep the bottle with what’s left to remember those times. It has leather, suede, and spices—very rich. If you’re looking for something similar today, try King of Seduction Absolute, The Golden Secret, or We Are Tribe by Benetton. Explore Arabic perfumes; you’ll surely love them.