EIGHT & BOB by EIGHT & BOB

I love it; it has everything: great scent, longevity, and projection without being loud. The balance is top-notch: citrus opening, a touch of sweetness, and woods in the base. It’s super versatile, rich, and works for work, casual outings, or formal events, day or night. If JFK really wore it like the legend says, now I understand why Marilyn Monroe fell for it.

Citrusy and clean opening with substance, thanks to that vanilla touch. It’s not gourmand or overly sweet like a ‘millennial caramel’ vibe; the vanilla just gives it consistency. You get nutty notes with the vanilla, but it’s not heavy like Guerlain’s L’Homme Ideal—it’s much cleaner and fresher. Versatile for the office or a date. It evokes a sunny Parisian terrace in spring, well-dressed but unhurried, with a coffee or a white Martini. It has everything in perfect doses: cleanliness, softness, subtle sweetness, and a ‘chic’ edge that makes it special. As it dries down, the vanilla and ambergris stand out more, so in heat above 35°C, you might moderate the sprays. It will have detractors because tastes are subjective, but it doesn’t smell like a designer fragrance or that sweet Armani Code or Guerlain vibe. It’s very well made, with luminosity and rare elegance. On me, it lasts over 8 hours with moderate projection. Suitable for any season if you regulate the sprays and any occasion.

Perfume. I didn’t get to smell Fahrenheit 32 back in the day, but this one is super versatile, bold, and has a spectacular scent. Lasting power is solid—it’s a true 4×4.

Honestly, the opening is very strong and synthetic, like a zesty lemon cleaner that gradually gives way to a marine-vanilla scent with some resins making it denser. However, I can never shake the feeling that it’s too synthetic, which prevents me from enjoying it 100%. The dry-down and trail are much better, but I think it falls short of all the hype (given its lore and fame). Fortunately, I got to try Fahrenheit 32, and if it’s similar in a good way—especially in that vanilla texture—this Eight & Bob will be a must-buy for lovers of that perfume. For me, though, it’s a pass. I see it as unisex, leaning slightly masculine, with great performance and versatile use, allowing it to be more elegant than casual. Rating: 6/10, tested from the Discovery Set.

For those looking for a replacement for Fahrenheit 32, be careful—it’s deceptive. The similarity is huge at first, but this has a lot more ambergris. That note becomes obvious in the dry-down, and maybe by the second hour, the resemblance is gone. So watch out if you don’t like ambergris; I’m one of those people who loves it. Even though Fahrenheit 32 was my favorite, I decided not to buy a bottle of Eight & Bob due to the exaggerated presence of this note throughout the entire development.

Smells like the 90s, a classic revival from the brand. No standout notes, weak sillage, and poor projection; on my dry skin, it leaves no mark. I can’t place it anywhere on the olfactive spectrum, nothing makes it feel niche, and the price is insane for what it offers. Try it a lot before buying and pay close attention to how it dries down.

I only tested a sample on blotter paper, and the irritation was so intense that I instantly lost interest. I never thought Eight & Bob could be so boring and cheap. The vanilla-heavy opening felt very feminine, like innocent women trying to go unnoticed. As it dried, the vanilla softened, but the aroma remained tedious. In short, a fiasco.

Honestly, I regret buying it blind. It smells like butt wipes.

It’s a perfume, refined, sophisticated, and versatile. Easy to wear and enjoy, highly recommended.

My first perfume from this brand. Before, I tried Nuit de Megeve and Champs De Provence, both classics but good. I bought Nuit de Megeve without looking at the packaging and mistakenly got the classic Eight & Bob. When I opened it, I realized my mistake and couldn’t return it, but the smell was wow, incredibly good. It starts with lots of wood and spicy citrus, reminding me of Loewe’s Cedar. After five minutes, the amber notes emerge—vanilla, ginger, and a citrus base that fades to make way for sandalwood. The combination is pleasant. People over forty will love it; it recalls the 80s and early 90s. A very good experience, a modernized vintage with great longevity. In conclusion, an elegant aroma, super masculine, suitable for any season, to be worn with joy. For men over 35, formal and semi-formal. Longevity 10h, moderate sillage. Scent 9/10, Sillage 8/10, Longevity 9/10, Projection 8.5/10.

This perfume opened the doors to the world of fragrance for me. It all started in London, walking with my partner at Harvey Nichols. I tried one randomly, and from that day on, I’ve been chasing that special, addictive scent everywhere, even at home. The next day, I could only think about that aroma that transported me back to our stroll. A week later, I returned to the store, found the bottle, and realized it was Eight & Bob. The price, 160 pounds, confirmed it was something special. I finally understood the power of a great perfume. Before, I only used typical gift colognes, but now I have a collection, and each one offers something distinct. Without a doubt, this will always be the culprit behind my addiction, the one that reminds me of London’s streets.

I met this Eight&Bob while looking for a Fahrenheit 32 alternative. I tried a sample and liked it a lot. This perfume is better known for its famous story and its resemblance to the discontinued Dior than for its own merits, and it’s a shame that’s the case, especially since that’s the reason for my review: to explain something more, even if I don’t uncover anything new. Its story, in short, is that this original Eight&Bob was the one worn by President Kennedy, which made it famous in the US; after disappearing following the death of its creator, the butler’s family relaunched it with the supposed original formula. It’s a perfume that starts fresh before turning warm, spicy, and refined; its opening is dominated by cardamomo and violet leaves, with a soft vanilla base. The violet leaf and vanilla combo is what earns it the ‘Fahrenheit 32 doppelgänger’ badge, and indeed, its similarity is outstanding, with obvious quality differences that add distinct nuances. Returning to the perfume, that sharp violet leaf, spiced by cardamomo, softens, giving way to woody and creamy sandalwood notes that provide control to the scent, with vanilla still present, reminding me of coconut; to this, it adds ambergris, which along with the vanilla lingers right on the skin for the entire life of the fragrance. It’s said to have hazelnut and labdanum, but it’s a simple perfume where the backbone is notable: cardamomo and violet leaves – sandalwood and vanilla – ‘vanilla and ambergris.’ Its aroma isn’t challenging; despite being niche, it passes for designer. Its notes aren’t more natural, but they feel more realistic than many designer scents. Its easy, fresh, woody, slightly creamy aroma, with enough individuality to know no one else wears something like yours, makes it ideal for entering the niche world—very versatile and pleasant. These traits make it suitable for casual or elegant occasions, hot or cold weather—it doesn’t matter. The negatives are several: first, its performance. It’s not bad in longevity, but after a few minutes, it’s only perceptible at very close range, too close. Second, its price, which is very high considering it’s not a groundbreaking scent and its performance is good in longevity but with moderate sillage and projection. Maybe this is the heaviest point, as longevity lasts almost all day, though you have to press your nose against the skin; but of course, we pay for a perfume we’ll use when we don’t want to bother others, so you need to know that before buying. The presentation is exquisite and original, living up to the name, and it’s great that they sell different sizes to try without spending too much. In conclusion, Eight&Bob is a very pleasant-smelling perfume that should be highlighted for that, as well as for its legend and presentation, and its performance and note quality aren’t up to the price paid, BUT it’s extremely pleasant and versatile, a notable substitute for Fahrenheit 32 with better quality. Whether you believe the legend or not is up to each person; maybe it’s a piece of history or one of the best advertising campaigns.

Excellent perfume, something unique and elegant. A must-have.

So far, I believe it’s the most versatile fragrance I’ve tried. I had the fortune of getting the book edition and was amazed by the scent; while it’s quite fresh, I think it can be worn anywhere without issues… but I suggest using it on hot days, hahaha. Regarding the aroma… this one is hard for me to describe. At least, nothing similar has passed through my nose (neither designer nor niche). Something I must highlight is the packaging and the story created around this fragrance; honestly, I don’t believe anything they say, but the effort put into writing it feels like a different bet that certainly adds value to this EDT, which is already a 10/10 on its own.

This fragrance reminds me of Spice Bomb. I find it very pleasant and would recommend it.