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Eau de Lancaster by Lancaster

Men Women 1977

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Lancaster

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Lancaster Eau de Lancaster is a chypre floral fragrance for men and women. Launched in 1977, this composition features top notes of bergamot, coriander, basil, lavender, and mandarin; heart notes of sandalwood, lily of the valley, floral notes, jasmine, and peach; and base notes of oakmoss, amber, and vanilla.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 10%
  • Spring 34%
  • Summer 43%
  • Autumn 13%
  • Day 84%
  • Night 16%

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229 votes

  • Positive 80%
  • Negative 11%
  • Neutral 8.3%
positive reviews 229 community votes
LongevityModerate SillageModerate Best momentSummer CharacterUnisex

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Leading answer Summer

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About Eau de Lancaster

Main accord aromatic Year 1977 Gender Men · Women

Lancaster Eau de Lancaster is a chypre floral fragrance for men and women. Launched in 1977, this composition features top notes of bergamot, coriander, basil, lavender, and mandarin; heart notes of sandalwood, lily of the valley, floral notes, jasmine, and peach; and base notes of oakmoss, amber, and vanilla.

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

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Longevity

Leading answer Moderate

125 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

146 votes

Character

Leading answer Balanced

98 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Good value

81 votes

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  1. Green and earthy freshness with that signature seventies fougère touch. Sparkling citrus opens into a warm, herbaceous, and earthy phase. It evokes endless meadows, trees, and spring light—a vital water. Today, they are timeless and a sure hit, especially in the heat. Perfect for fresh moments with a beautiful green trail that you always want to return to.

  2. javierglez

    I own a couple of Aramis, the ‘Havana’ being very similar; total seventies vibe. I see it as more masculine than feminine, though it’s unisex. Basil, moss, wood, and cinnamon… but soft, in just the right measure. Highly recommended for this summer. Abstain if you’re under 40 😂

  3. adabarcelona

    One of my favorites, rescued from my memory after its re-release. A scent that didn’t fit when I was a teenager but is now perfect for me as an adult and is part of my collection; (I understand it was reformulated and improved, so that ‘GRACE Edition’ doesn’t sound like the 90s to me, and I fear they’ll pull it like everything cool… if anyone knows exactly what this Edition means, please shed some light). They say it smells clean/dirty, sweaty, and animalic: a perfect description. You notice a soft, velvety lavender that becomes undeniably sensual, and since it’s a water, it’s not tiring but makes you want to apply more. Well done that it’s unisex; it smells like what’s common between men and women, rather than just ‘unisex.’ Fresh yes, then no; strong green/citrus yes, then no; addictive, beautiful, and dry. To me, it’s unique, and I don’t understand the comparison to Clarins. Note: if you’re looking for a typical fresh, green, and citrusy scent, forget it: this has a vintage lady vibe, zero typical, zero ‘fresh little cologne,’ fortunately. Finally, an improved reformulation. It could have stayed the same, but incredibly, against all odds, I prefer the current version, even though I’m the ultimate vintage lover. 😛

  4. adabarcelona

    One of my favorites, rescued from my memory with its reissue. A scent from my teenage memory trunk that didn’t fit back then but is perfect for me now as an adult, and I keep it on my vanity. I understand it’s been reformulated and improved (that Grace edition doesn’t sound like the 90s to me; I’m afraid they’ll pull it like everything cool, if anyone knows exactly what it is, please clarify). They say it smells clean/dirty, sweat, and animal: perfect description. You notice a soft, velvety lavender that turns sensual. The fact that it’s water and not perfume means it doesn’t get tiring, and you want to apply more. It’s great that it seems unisex; I couldn’t agree more, it smells like “the common ground” between men and women, rather than unisex. Fresh yes, but not after; strong green/citrus at the start, then no; it’s addictive, precious, and dry. For me, it’s unique; I don’t understand the similarity with Clarins. Note: if you’re looking for a fresh, green, citrusy EDT, forget it: this has a vintage, elegant, timeless woman vibe, zero typical, zero “fresh little cologne,” fortunately. Finally, an improved reformulation. It could have stayed the same, but incredibly, I prefer the current version, even though I’m a vintage lover :P.

  5. jerry drake

    To wear Eau de Lancaster in its vintage version, you need tolerance for spiced greens, dusty herbaceous notes, and soapy tones. At first, it’s difficult if you’re not familiar with them, but then it becomes very pleasant. It’s like being in a sunny garden with cool, damp spots. A play of light and shadow among wind-swept trees, with bursts of old-school moss, vetiver, and amber. Barely citrus but invigorating after hours, curious that it’s refreshingly sour. The vintage bottle maintains depth without being heavy and has a medium trail, with a lovely opening that’s a trip back in time when perfumery was art. Eau de Lancaster is unisex, but I imagine it better on men, and it makes me smile that it was once feminine. A perfume that makes me happy, perfect for those who enjoy timeless elegance and aren’t afraid of aromas different from the trend.

  6. Nefertiti03

    A familiar scent; my mother has used it since it launched, and I wore it as a child too. I use it all year round, though it performs better in spring and summer. It has good projection and longevity for an EDT, and combined with the body cream, it has nothing to envy an EDP. I love it and never run out. It’s my fragrance of the day.

  7. Nefertiti03

    It’s a family scent; my mother has used it since it came out, and I started wearing it as a child. I use it all year round, although it’s true that it performs better in spring and summer. It has very good projection and longevity for an EDT, and combined with the body cream, it has nothing to envy an EDP. I love it and never run out. It’s my fragrance of the day.

  8. FlordeLis

    Eau de Lancaster is a fragrance I love because I used to wear it a lot. It’s chypre, slightly green, fresh, and dry. I’d wear it all year, though many people prefer it in the heat. I find it elegant and somewhat unisex. And despite everything, I find it intense. One of the old school with lots of personality 😉

  9. FlordeLis

    I’ve loved this fragrance for years; my mother used it a lot. It’s chypre, slightly green, fresh, and dry. I would wear it all year round, although many people prefer it in hot weather. I find it elegant and somewhat unisex. Despite everything, I find it intense. It’s old-school with a lot of personality 😉.

  10. I really liked the Eau de Lancaster cream deodorant and thought the cologne would be the same, but although they’re from the same line, the cologne is more potent than expected, especially in the opening, which reminds me of a wild colt; later it becomes more docile. I had a small sample bottle as a gift that went a long way: it lasts and projects quite a bit for an EDT. I met it in my twenties, and although Eau de Lancaster felt too adult for me, I loved spraying it at home to smell it alone. It has that mossy, seventies unisex vibe that makes me addicted. Two decades have passed, and I think it now fits better with expectations for a men’s perfume, though it’s nothing to scoff at for determined women looking for something fresh, wild-styled, and characterful, avoiding current girly trends and innocent freshness like Nenuco; it’s more like Clarins’ Eau Dynamisante or Courrèges’ Eau de Courrèges. As they said, it’s very recognizable, but few people use it today. I’m tempted to buy it again because, although I discarded it days ago, I have a stain in my coat pocket soaked in it that, as before, I can’t stop sniffing.

  11. Eau de Lancaster fits what I ask of a fragrance. Unmistakable personality and character. It’s dry, aromatic, spiced, earthy, Mediterranean, long-lasting, and projects little, just enough, to be in good company so people can sniff you up close. I really like it; when I put it on, I know I’m wearing a different and very revealing scent. Perfect for the seaside terrace at night, enjoying a good white stew, while they serve the salt-crusted dorada and beautiful green-eyed observers smile at you. The bottle is pretty, the transparent plastic cap closes well, and the juice color is warm and seductive, a soft yellow-green. Wish it survives for a long time.

  12. It’s one of the few perfumes I can distinguish when someone wears it; I know it because it has a very characteristic scent. I was gifted it and used it, but I didn’t like it too much. It smells fresh and citrusy, but it’s a strange, dry scent to my nose. I wouldn’t buy it.

  13. It’s one of the few perfumes I can distinguish when someone wears it; I know what it is because it has a very characteristic smell. I was gifted it and used it, but I didn’t like it too much. It smells fresh and citrusy, but it’s an odd scent to my nose, quite dry. I wouldn’t buy it.

  14. A fresh fragrance but with character, it stands out from the rest. I love it for summer; it’s perfect for going on vacation to a hot place and doing daytime tourism, at least I associate it with that. For vacations in the mountains, at the sea, or in the countryside. Although it can also be perfectly urban. Daytime, unisex, versatile. Sometimes I wear it at home, just for the pleasure of its freshness and aroma, which conveys well-being. Delicious after a shower, but that doesn’t stop it from being a quality and stylish fragrance. I think it’s ideal for the office; it’s not invasive at all, but it represents very well a person with character and good taste, who knows who they are and what they want. I wouldn’t wear it at night in the city or when dressed up, but it works for most daytime situations, especially in the hottest months. Freshness, temperament, and style join hands in Eau de Lancaster, a timeless classic with a lot to offer.

  15. Fresh but with character, it stands out from the rest. I love it for summer; it’s perfect for vacations in hot places or daytime tourism. It also works for the mountains, sea, or countryside. Although it fits perfectly in the city. It’s daytime, unisex, and versatile. Sometimes I use it at home just for the pleasure of its freshness and well-being. Delicious after a shower, but it remains high quality and stylish. Ideal for the office: it doesn’t overwhelm, but it represents someone with character and good taste who knows who they are. I wouldn’t wear it at night or dressed up in the city, but it offers a lot for daytime situations, especially in the heat. Freshness, temperament, and style join hands in Lancaster, a timeless classic with a lot to offer.

  16. I’ve been obsessed with this Lancaster for weeks, constantly checking my wrist. It’s a rare blend: chypre, wood, freshness, and warmth. It starts with a narcotic freshness like my childhood favorite, Miss Dior, moves through a sulfurous-floral note reminiscent of Aramis 900, and ends hot and woody like CK One. It’s a genius hybrid: neither water nor perfume, but with the power of one and the lightness of the other. Despite being an EDT, it smells winter-like thanks to that chypre base. It’s not unisex just because of 90s trends; it’s unisex because it’s clean, sporty, and tender. It’s more conservative than the 70s greens and less citrusy than modern ones. Stores label it as feminine and they’re wrong: it’s a gem that men miss out on due to absurd marketing. It deserves more fans; the trail is moderate, but the longevity is incredible—I barely smell alcohol.

  17. A cologne with a lot of personality. Creamy, with that clean/dirty edge that makes it unique. Have you noticed the scent of saliva or baby sweat? That almost edible aroma with a pleasant animal touch. Lancaster smells exactly like this to me thirty minutes after application. Proof that you can make water without it being citrusy.

  18. A cologne with a lot of personality. Creamy, with that clean/dirty edge that distinguishes it. Have you noticed the scent of saliva or baby sweat? That almost edible aroma with a pleasant animal touch. Lancaster smells exactly like this to me thirty minutes after application. Proof that you can make water without it being citrusy.

  19. Casablanca77

    I wanted to review this fragrance that had no comments, and in my opinion, it has plenty. It’s always been fresh and long-lasting, a staple for daily wear without being overwhelming, perfect all year round, though it shines more in spring and summer. It’s classic, fresh, yet distinctive—a living myth that embodies the brand’s good times. I see it as a minimalist floral chypre of its era: it doesn’t try to be more than what it is and fulfills its function perfectly. It’s recognizable, ideal for soft, clear outings; it’s fresh but noticeable—whenever I catch the scent, I know it’s Lancaster, it’s peculiar. It has that light floral chypre touch that makes it usable anytime. The oakmoss is clear and delicate. Its longevity and trail are enormous, much more than other fragrances in its category that charge triple the price. I recommend it to anyone who likes quality citrus and spices, regardless of age.