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Chrome by Azzaro

Men 1996

Brand
Azzaro
Perfumer
Gerard Haury

Description

Chrome by Azzaro is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men. Launched in 1996, this composition was created by perfumer Gerard Haury. The top notes unfold a vibrant accord of lemon, sour lime, rosemary, bergamot, neroli, and pineapple. The heart of the fragrance reveals floral and herbal elegance thanks to jasmine, oakmoss, cyclamen, and coriander. Finally, the base notes offer a…

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 4.8%
  • Spring 36%
  • Summer 49%
  • Autumn 9.7%
  • Day 85%
  • Night 15%

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7,848 votes

  • Positive 79%
  • Negative 12%
  • Neutral 8.7%
positive reviews 7.8 k community votes
LongevityModerate SillageModerate Best momentSummer CharacterMasculine

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About Chrome

Main accord citrus Year 1996 Gender Men Perfumer Gerard Haury

Chrome by Azzaro is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men. Launched in 1996, this composition was created by perfumer Gerard Haury. The top notes unfold a vibrant accord of lemon, sour lime, rosemary, bergamot, neroli, and pineapple. The heart of the fragrance reveals floral and herbal elegance thanks to jasmine, oakmoss, cyclamen, and coriander. Finally, the base notes offer a warm and woody foundation with musk, oakmoss, cedar, sandalwood, cardamom, Brazilian rosewood, and tonka bean.

Fruits, vegetables and nuts White flowers Woods and mosses Flowers Green, herbal and fougère Spices

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Longevity

Leading answer Moderate

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Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

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Character

Leading answer Traditionally masculine

2,820 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Good value

2,572 votes

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  1. Tested it in the 200ml bottle for two years. It’s ideal for daytime wear and works year-round, though in winter I might prefer something warmer; it’s not out of place. I loved it at first, but over time I got a bit tired of it, especially that metallic, harsh opening. Beyond that, it smells clean and serious; no one will think it’s a bad scent. The best part is the herbal dry-down, but unfortunately, it’s only noticeable up close; its greatest virtue is personal pleasure since it projects nothing after two hours. Scent 7/10 (dry-down 8.5/10, up close only). Sillage 4/10 (projects max 40 mins). Longevity 6/10 (after the second hour, up close only, lasts 6-7 hours but barely perceptible).

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  2. ezemigliarese

    I thought it would last longer or be detectable from a greater distance, but the scent is addictive.

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  3. Excellent alternative for a daily freshie; my favorite in the Chrome line. Its citrus side reminds me of the legendary Calvin Klein One, but with a herbal twist that makes it totally masculine and a tiny hint of pineapple sweetness. In my opinion, it’s timeless, versatile, and easy to wear. It’s an underrated fragrance that evokes energy and cleanliness; its weak point is longevity, but understandable for a citrus. It’s affordable, and reapplying doesn’t hurt the wallet too much.

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  4. This underrated fragrance deserves more recognition; it’s like having a better CK One. It smells very fresh, like a clean person, very soapy. In terms of longevity, it lasts a maximum of 6 hours, and for the price you can find it, it’s very good. Don’t hesitate to try it; a good perfume for these hot days.

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  5. It was my first and only perfume for a long time, a little 30ml bottle, haha, ideal for me since I live in a tropical country where blues and fresh scents shine, and this is one of them. It’s fresh, smells great, and slightly sweet, a sweetness that doesn’t cloy, quite refreshing. Longevity is very good, but I feel you need about 8 sprays for it to be noticeable and last; if you use only 3, you won’t even perceive it. Recently I found a deal: 200ml + 10ml decant for under $50. I’m going to use it a lot. Scent 8.5/10. Projection 7.5/10 (with 10 sprays, 8.5/10). Longevity 8/10. Price 8/10.

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  6. A fragrance I ended up with in my collection against my will; a coworker offered it to me because he didn’t like it, and since it smells like my CK One, I wasn’t interested at first, but in the end, I gave in. It didn’t call to me as I said; the smell is identical to my CK One, but after trying it, it convinced me. In short, it’s the male, citrus, improved version of CK One, perfect for the office and excellent in summer.

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  7. Good fragrance, definitely my daily office option. It’s not as long-lasting but it fulfills its function and is my favorite of all the flankers. Box: light cardboard, normal design, good color range but nothing extraordinary. 7/10. Bottle: Not entirely to my liking; it looks very clean, which gives it points, but at the same time feels fragile; the 200ml version looks like a fishbowl with a lid. 6/10. Atomizer: Imprecise; you have to aim carefully because it moves with every spray. 6/10. Price: Average; I got it in Mexico for $45, it’s an Azzaro but doesn’t have the performance of the Wanted line, and anyway, Arab fragrances are still cheaper and longer-lasting. 7/10. Longevity: About 3 to 4 hours with decent projection; it serves exclusively for those office mornings; by lunchtime it’s not noticeable unless someone gets close, but it’s good since I use this in the morning, and being not long-lasting, there’s an opportunity to apply a different one for the night without mixing scents. It fulfills its function. 7/10. Sillage: Limited but not bad, adequate, and yes, it’s noticeable; you need to apply at least 7 sprays well distributed (2 neck, 1 nape, 2 chest, 1 each arm). 8/10. Compliments: Here I was surprised; I always get compliments, and in my opinion, it is indeed the best scent for the office, but when I receive good comments, I feel like I don’t smell anymore, so it speaks well of its sillage. 9/10. Final score 7.1/10. Conclusion: Excellent for daily office wear, morning-focused; you don’t have to wait long, but it performs very satisfactorily.

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  8. Carlos A. Aguilar

    Just bought it for daily office wear; what a surprise, I’m sure I’ve heard of it before; it’s a somewhat retro scent. I like that it’s very fresh and herbal; rosemary is very noticeable in the heart, giving it a bit more seriousness, suitable for wearing with a polo or light shirt. Longevity for a freshie is very good; on my skin it lasts quite a bit, 8 to 9 hours. It projects for about two or three hours. A good purchase.

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  9. Just acquired it. The scent seems interesting to me, certainly versatile as several have opined. It seems very mass-market and somewhat vintage; mind you, I don’t think it’s common; on the contrary, I believe the neroli and jasmine give it a sophisticated touch. Someone wrote that it has too much citrus; I agree; for now, it hasn’t bothered me… and I hope it doesn’t. For warm climates, definitely, it’s an excellent option. Longevity, at least on me, is moderate with discreet but olfactory projection. I’ll keep testing it. If I feel it’s necessary, I’ll update. By the way, for me, it’s a mix between CK One and Davidoff Cool Water. Greetings.

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  10. fedemenendeez

    Rich, hardworking, a little soldier for the office; nothing extraordinary; no one will say to you, ‘Hey, you have the Azzaro Chrome,’ nah, this scent is found in a lot of other perfumes; it’s super mass-market. As I say this, I must also admit that when I heard it, I was surprised by a little distinctive point. Similar to what happened with Versace Dylan Blue, which is a blue like any other but with a smoky touch that makes it different. That little point here isn’t as noticeable as in Dylan Blue, but it exists. I imagine it for what I said before: office, after a shower, at home, for shopping, to the gym. Day to day. For the price, it’s not bad. Very scarce longevity, 3 to 4 hours on skin.

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  11. I tried all the Chrome flankers—Aqua, Eau de Parfum, Pure, United—and wow, they’re all great. But in terms of scent, the original Chrome remains the king with that perfect aquatic, metallic, clean, and refreshing vibe for summer afternoons.

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  12. One of my favorites for the gym and daily wear. Super fresh, projects well, and is ideal for hot days. Plus, it’s very affordable. I’ve been using it since 2010 all the way to 2025, and I absolutely love it.

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  13. Loads of bergamot, almost too much, and neroli. It reminds me of CK One but with a much more intense citrus side. Beyond that, it offers nothing else as a fragrance.

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  14. A true marvel for heat and summer. I wore it all summer and couldn’t stop getting compliments from my partner and anyone who got close. I even wore it to the beach under the sun, and it’s excellent. It’s very citrusy, clean, and fresh. That said, it doesn’t last long; you have to over-spray to make it stick. On my skin, it lasts about 4 hours, but if you drench yourself, it can reach 5 or 6. For the price, it’s a top pick for everyday summer wear.

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  15. JohnLecter86

    A real workhorse and one of my favorites. It has that soapy, clean-man vibe typical of its era. It opens with very prominent citrus notes that I enjoy immensely, lasts an hour, then shifts to a very enjoyable herbal phase for about 4 hours, and closes with exquisite woods for another 2. It doesn’t last too long—averaging about 8 hours with generous application—but I enjoy those 8 hours to the max. It puts you in the ‘safe zone,’ annoying no one and ensuring you don’t go unnoticed; elegant and serious. In my humble opinion, perfect for the office. If you like D&G Pour Homme, you’ll love this; they share the same soapy, winning vibe, just make sure to dress formally to match.

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  16. Σ Ͷ ł ⅁ M̶ Λ

    The opening smells like CK One, but the dry down smells like chamomile tea with milk.

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  17. Albertini79

    A little marvel, a landmark in popular perfumery. Is it worth the price? That’s a personal call. With an energetic, fresh opening full of citrus, a rich neroli stands out as the star and stays present throughout the fragrance’s life. After the dry down, you get floral notes with a very pleasant wood touch. I also seem to catch a hint of cinnamon and coffee, though the house doesn’t list them; probably just the effect of several components blending together, since the base is complex. I see it as a great option for formal or semi-formal summer events, especially outdoors. Ideal for weddings, baptisms, and first communions. For the office? It can work, but it demands elegance; don’t go too casual, in my opinion. Better avoid jeans. Personally, I think it’s delicious and versatile enough to justify spending the roughly €50 for the 100ml bottle. You probably won’t wear it every day, so you’ll stretch it quite a bit. The performance seems good, though not excellent.

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  18. I owned it and didn’t like it much; it seemed like a copy of something. It’s not bad, but I just didn’t find any charm in it.

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  19. The moment I smelled it, it took me back to my childhood. A perfume that, despite the years passing, still delivers great results: a fresh scent with a clean aroma that will always remain in my top picks for heat. It’s not my absolute favorite, but it fulfills its role of making you feel fresh. It has good projection for an hour, then becomes moderate, almost skin-scent, but that’s perfect: discreet and incredibly pleasant to wear. I’d rate it an 8 for scent, and 7.8 for longevity and projection.

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  20. Loleinsaurio

    The moment I put it on, it smelled like CK One, but Chrome lasts twice as long—about 5 to 6 hours. It’s a common fragrance, pleasant and with character.

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  21. At first, it’s very sharp, then it becomes dense and soapy within minutes. It smells fresh and clean, everyone likes it without being annoying, perfect for hot weather. I’ve gotten many compliments, though its longevity is poor; I recommend applying a lot to get great results.

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  22. I’m just getting into perfumes. At first, it reminds me a lot of Nautica Voyage, but then it changes and smells like soap (I prefer Nautica). I wore it this summer; it’s very fresh but doesn’t last long. I have to spray it 10 times to make it last 5-6 hours and be noticeable. I’ve gotten compliments, which surprised me, haha.

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  23. I tried it at the department store and it lasted longer with projection until it became annoying. When I bought it, the longevity dropped, though the projection stayed the same; I hope it improves with use and settling. It smells like a clean, wealthy man wearing a white shirt, board shorts, and heading to the beach.

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  24. I don’t know who copied whom, but it’s exactly like the Sportman deodorant by Antonio Puig.

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  25. Pure quality: maximum freshness, with that metallic and citrus touch you’re looking for. It projects strongly for the first 2-3 hours and lasts about 7. If you put it on your clothes, it goes off the charts. It’s worth more than its price and ideal for the office.

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  26. Rich smell, super citrusy and cheap. It’s a citrus blend with a new chromatic twist that gets you compliments. I’m a fan of the Azzaro family.

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  27. Great men’s fragrance and rich. The citrus and marine notes last all day, leaving a clean and fresh scent perfect for hot days. The downside is it barely lasts 2 hours and the trail is weak; maybe it’s the current batch, because 7 years ago it wasn’t like this. For the price, it’s no big deal and you can reapply without fear. I highly recommend the Chrome line for all ages.

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  28. I tested it on my skin and after a while, it smells like that sunscreen everyone uses in the summer. That’s the vibe, plain and simple. I’m still waiting to buy it to see how it performs or if it improves.

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