Men
Desire Blue
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Descripción
Desire Blue by Alfred Dunhill is a green aromatic fragrance for men. Launched in 2002, this composition was created by perfumer Philippe Romano. The top notes unfold a vibrant freshness with lychee, mandarin, lotus flower, and bergamot; the heart reveals a marine elegance with marine notes, orange, and Brazilian rosewood; while the base offers a persistent warmth thanks to tonka bean, musk, amber, and benzoin.
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Salida
lychee
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Corazón
marine notes
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Base
tonka bean
Comunidad
1,087 votos
- Positivo 80%
- Negativo 13%
- Neutral 7.0%
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A very rich, very attractive cologne, honestly. I had it and I want to buy it again, although on my skin it has low projection and low longevity.
Finally tried this brand (also the Desire ‘Red’). What can I say? It’s delicious, with a romantic and almost nostalgic scent, a lotus flower accented by a very well-executed citrus bouquet. It’s modern, an atypically masculine floral work as well-made as Perry Ellis Reserve. At first, I thought it resembled 360° for Men, but I discarded that comparison over time. Regarding note delicacy, it compares to almost any fragrance from the house, even Jaguar English. I like it: it’s sophisticated, cheerful, and informal. I see it as very versatile and would love to have it in my collection.
Finally, I tried this brand (I also tried the ‘Red’ Desire). And well… what can I say? It’s very delicious, possessing a very romantic, almost nostalgic aroma, with a lotus flower highlighted by a very well-crafted bouquet of citrus. It’s a modern fragrance; in terms of style, an atypically masculine floral work (as well-made as Perry Ellis Reserve). My first impression was that its scent resembled Perry Ellis 360° for Men, but honestly, as minutes passed, I discarded that comparison. From an approach of the delicacy with which its notes are blended, we can establish as a point of comparison almost any fragrance from the house, also English, like Jaguar. I like this fragrance. It’s sophisticated, yet at the same time cheerful and informal. I see it as very versatile. I’d love to have it in my collection.
This fragrance smells nice, it’s floral and fruity, with a marine and woody touch. I also felt something nostalgic in its scent, just like with Shiseido. I think it’s versatile, and despite the nostalgia, I feel it’s a cheerful and youthful fragrance. If I like it. Regular projection and 7 to 8 hours of longevity.
Desire Blue is the quintessential ‘blue’ scent: marine, summery, fresh, rich, and totally pleasant—a safe bet. If we’re generous, it stands out from the average thanks to a base that recalls its predecessor, the seductive Desire Red. The evolution is classic: a fruity-floral citrus top, an essentially marine heart, and a sweet amber-musky dry down with hints of that marine vibe. Sillage is average, nothing more. Scent: 7/10 Projection: 4.5/10 Longevity: 6/10 Versatility: 9/10
Desire Blue is conceptually the typical ‘blue’ scent—marine, for summer. It’s fresh, rich, totally pleasant, a very safe bet. Now, only being somewhat generous, we could say it deserves distinction, standing out from the average of this type of fragrances. Perhaps what makes it different from its peers is a certain similarity in the base with its predecessor, the especially seductive Desire Red. The evolution is pretty typical: fresh fruity-floral citrus opening, essentially marine middle, and a sweet amber-musky dry down with faint traces of earlier phases, especially the marine vibe. As for longevity, unfortunately, it doesn’t break away from the norm of its type: at best, it can be said to be average. Scent: 7/10 Sillage: 4.5/10 Longevity: 6/10 Versatility: 9/10
Smells great. The fragrance is fresh, marine, and feels youthful. The downside is longevity, as on my skin it didn’t last even six hours, and projection is only strong at the beginning. Rating: good but with reservations, 3.5/5.
The opening features recognizable notes of tangerine and bergamot, plus another fruit that must be lychee. I admit I’ve never managed to isolate the lotus flower impression well. At 6 hours, I detect rosewood wood and marine notes. At 10 hours, residual musk lingers until the end, past 12 hours, but clinging to the skin. It has an interesting, somewhat unorthodox fruity-citrus opening with the lychee note, followed by a fresh, summery evolution with marine notes and a soft woody touch. However, the dry down is a bit weak, which is its weakness. Using the entire sample, over 1 ml, I got moderate but noticeable sillage in the first few hours, then it dropped to skin scent. Longevity on me is over 12 hours, but close to the skin. This Dunhill is quite informal, almost a nautical sport scent appropriate for summer and spring during daytime wear.
Worth it, but choose the right place and occasion. After the beach, following a good bath or spa, in open and fresh places—NEVER cold. It’s for the nostalgia of a warm, sunny day, very refreshing. It’s the Sport and outdoor type, perfect for an outdoor meal, not indoors. Honestly, this delicate, masculine fragrance lifts the mood with its fresh, airy vibe, making the scent even more perceptible.
Quite pleasant and effective fragrance; starts with a marked citrus burst soon controlled by marine notes. As they say, a classic scent for hot days, living up to its name. The sweetness of lychee seems to match well with amber-musk, thanks to which it stands out from Aeropostale Pier 62, which is almost identical but less sweet. Performance is moderate, and its best moments are late afternoon to evening on warm summer days. A safe bet with a certain degree of versatility.
Pleasant and effective fragrance. The citrus top notes are quickly overtaken by the marine notes—that classic summer-day scent that lives up to its name. The sweetness of lychee blends perfectly with amber and musk, distinguishing it from Aeropostale’s Pier 62, which is nearly identical but less sweet. Performance is mediocre; it shines in the late afternoon/evening on cool summer days. A safe bet with good versatility.
Another gem from Alfred Dunhill… super fresh and nostalgic scent… I personally love it… good longevity and projection… I’ll keep my affection for the Dunhill house…
For me, it’s the best aquatic I’ve tried so far. Totally different from the others in its class, yet for some reason it doesn’t seem to have much fame. 10 points.
For me, it’s the top-tier aquatic I’ve tried so far. Totally different from the others in its class. For some reason, it feels like it doesn’t have much fame. 10/10.
Citrus and marine notes, very casual, for the beach or very hot weather. Good performance; I rate it an 8; quality 8; scent 8; sillage 6… I just acquired it, and this bottle brings back many memories, so I’ll save it for special occasions.
Citrus and marine notes, very casual, for the beach or very hot weather. Good performance; I rate it an 8, quality 8, scent 8, sillage 6… I just acquired it, and this bottle brings back many memories for me; therefore, I’ll save it for special occasions.
It’s like the Desire Red but less floral and more citrus-marine. But at least 70% identical. I liked it, and it reminded me a lot of Thallium. A somewhat retro scent but quite wearable since it’s not offensive. It might recall something like Sculpture by Nikos but is less sweet.
A nostalgic fragrance. My first impression was premium detergent, like fresh laundry coming out of the dryer, evoking playing as a child among sheets drying in the sun with humidity on my face. Then come sweet citrus, tangerine, orange, lotus flower, sea salts, and rosewood. It reminds me more of the mild Riviera in Chapala than the warm Pacific coast. I wouldn’t wear it above 33°F or below 10°F. After a year and three months, I finally finished the bottle. On rainy nights, it has a rare but incredible performance and blends richly with the smell of cigarettes or grilled meat. Anecdote: a few days after buying it, I heard Paul McCartney on ‘Band on the Road.’ The ‘third movement’ when he sings ‘when the rain exploded…’ with that Hawaiian electric guitar in the background, sounding like it’s underwater, transported me while I was driving.
A nostalgic fragrance. My first impression was premium liquid detergent, like when clothes come fresh out of the dryer; it’s the memory of playing as a child among sheets drying in the sun, smelling them while feeling the humidity on my face. Afterwards, sweet citrus of tangerine, orange, and Lotto flower, along with sea salts and rosewood. It evokes the mild Riviera of Chapala more than the warm Pacific Mexican coasts. I wouldn’t use it above 33 degrees or below 10. After a year and three months, I finished the last drop. I mean, this EDT has a weird but incredible performance on rainy nights, in my opinion. Also, when you smoke a cigarette or are at a barbecue, you feel how the scent mixes in a very rich way. Anecdote: a few days after buying it, I discovered Paul McCartney’s song ‘Band on the Road’. Just the third movement, when he sings ‘when the rain exploded with a mighty crash’, with a Hawaiian electric guitar in the background. I was driving and got transported to another place.
I smelled it, and the first thing that came to mind was Allure Homme Sport. I checked the notes, and they’re practically the same. Even more surprising was seeing that Desire Blue came out two years earlier. In terms of performance and quality, Chanel obviously wins this one.
My first review for the Alfred Dunhill house, and this time it was Desire Blue’s turn. The fragrance opens with a very fruity citrus that is by no means invasive but very pleasant, possessing moderate projection and sillage. I only feel the marine notes in the heart, and then I smell the base notes, especially the amber and musk. It’s for spring (morning and afternoon) and summer (morning). It’s not a powerhouse blue, but it delivers about five hours of projection. It fits into the so-called ‘white shirt’ fragrances. Its application is ideal for both formal and informal occasions, which is the perfect context. As for night, I wouldn’t recommend it at all. In short, a correct fragrance for morning and evening use in spring and summer, without many pretensions and for informal wear.
As a teenager, I was fascinated by Dunhill boxes until I almost choked on one, and later by the beautiful lighters and luxurious wonders I never owned. Fate led me to buy a blind super-deal on Desire Blue, and now I’m wondering what to do with it. It opens with mentholated citrus peels mixed with the typical artificial marine note (not aquatic, but marine), with a certain aftershave creaminess and tobacco vibe, very old school. Later, a small sweet musk, oranges, and tonka beans soften it, but the herbal aquatic base continues. It resembles Cool Water. I’ll see who the lucky recipient is when I gift it away.
As a teenager, I was fascinated by Dunhill cigarette cartons until I almost choked on one, and later by the beautiful lighters and other luxurious wonders (I never owned one). Fate led me to buy a blind super-deal of Desire Blue, and here I am wondering what to do with it. It opens with mentholated citrus peels mixed with the typical artificial marine note, with a certain aftershave and tobacco creaminess, very old school. Later, a small musky sweetness, oranges, and tonka beans soften it, but the aquatic herbal base continues. It resembles Cool Water. I’ll see who the lucky recipient is.
Very refreshing and invigorating opening with citrus and fruits for the first ten minutes. Then it settles into a well-blended marine scent with floral sensations, mainly that marine feeling on my skin, similar to a nautical style. It reminds me a lot of freshly washed and dried laundry detergent, ready to be folded. It’s my first Alfred Dunhill fragrance, and honestly, these blue scents are my favorites because they’re masculine, refreshing, and versatile. I think it’s a great price for the quality. Its ideal time is summer and vacations; hot days are its perfect habitat, giving a sense of cleanliness and comfort.
The best blue perfume I’ve ever smelled. Incredible, 10/10. Sweet, summery, citrusy, and charming. It’s one of those perfumes you should wear with a crisp white shirt; it makes you feel exactly that: clean and sexy. I’ve received many compliments.
I already have the definitive review, haha. The truth is, I own Sun Java by Franck Olivier, and they’re too similar, though they separate a bit in the opening. If you have one of them, you might do without the second. Overall, it’s a pleasant fragrance with good sillage. Greetings from Chile; here it’s about $16 on cosmetic.cl, an absurdly low price.
Nothing like the typical generic blue. Desire Blue strikes the perfect balance between fruity and ozonic, with an amber touch that lingers from start to finish, setting itself apart from other brands’ attempts at the ultimate blue. It’s not trying to be the definitive blue, and it doesn’t fail. It opens synthetically for about 10 minutes with lychee and timid citrus, then yields to the amber that wraps around the marine and fruity notes. It’s a morning, daytime scent—very urban and cheerful, ideal for semi-formal occasions. I wouldn’t wear it to the beach due to its creaminess, which doesn’t fit coastal environments. It’s a correct, clean, and wearable fragrance when the occasion and outfit match. If you only have 3-4 perfumes in your wardrobe, this might not be for you, but if you’re a serious collector, it’s a must-have, possibly the most shameless of your blues. At $40, it proves that low budgets can be effective. The canteen-style bottle stands out. I have a 2007 batch and was surprised by the quality-to-price ratio. It’s not seductive or intoxicating, but I guarantee it will make ladies’ noses twitch. Don’t skip it, collectors.