Gentleman

16 reseñas

Mostrando las más recientes primero.

• beto_ruiz

  November 6, 2016

  

  Men’s Gentleman smells of wood, spices, and freshness with a herbal and citrus touch; cardamomo stands out, though other notes remain a mystery to me. I see it as ideal for work or family gatherings—serious and modern without being flashy, perhaps not for romantic dates. It’s the third men’s fragrance from Oscar de la Renta, launched over 30 years after ‘Pour Lui’, and seems to be adapting to current perfumery tastes.

• Espartaco

  November 13, 2016

  

  Between the Good Girl bottle by Carolina Herrera and this new one by Renta, Franco Moschino’s ‘novelty’ lessons are more alive than ever. Who would’ve thought they’d come from standard-bearer brands of ‘Latin elegance’.

• antonio1212

  November 13, 2016

  

  A very rich fragrance; I really liked it. It’s elegant and perfect for gatherings.

• Espartaco

  November 21, 2016

  

  Between the Good Girl bottle by Carolina Herrera and this new one from Renta, Franco Moschino’s ‘novelty’ lessons are more alive than ever. Who would have thought coming from standard-bearer brands of ‘Latin elegance’.

• Pacolete

  September 8, 2017

  

  At first, I thought it was a classic men’s vetiver, but I didn’t recognize the notes until I learned it was cardamomo; I also sensed something Mediterranean and salty. I bought it that very night. After wearing it a few times, it has won me over on a cerebral level. It’s a classic that updates the chypre structure of ‘Pour Lui’ with a green, aromatic, and woody base, where rosemary and vetiver replace outdated moss, softened by labdanum that recalls leather. Vetiver dominates, and instead of loud aldehydes, it uses champagne notes to add brightness and memory. The heart is a retouched cardamomo with geranium, while tea and rosemary bring that Mediterranean touch. It’s refined, elegant, and mature, versatile for spring-summer and people over 30. Its trail is discreet and its longevity is average—perfect for the office or dinners, but not for parties.

• wildkatzen

  September 13, 2017

  

  In the opening, it reminds me of Abercrombie & Fitch’s First Instinct. The champagne note feels potent alongside fermented grapefruit, while oolong tea offers a pleasant sensation before the vetiver brings in its earthy, woody vibe, with cardamomo adding a fresh touch. It has excellent longevity on skin and comes in a beautiful bottle. I highly recommend it—I was surprised by it and just picked it up.

• Pacolete

  September 16, 2017

  

  First impression: ‘Ah, a classic men’s vetiver!’ But… what notes? I couldn’t recognize them; I sensed something spicy, woody, Mediterranean, and salty. That same night, I bought it. I thought it was pepper until I checked the notes and realized: cardamom! After wearing it a few times, it won me over intellectually. It’s a classic, like its predecessor Pour Lui, which updated the classic chypre structure with modern twists. It features a green, aromatic, and woody base where rosemary and vetiver replace outdated moss, softened by labdanum that evokes suede-like leather. Vetiver dominates, a timeless note that never fades. The best part is how it swaps potent aldehydes for champagne, fulfilling the role of brightness and memory in a modern, sharp register. Think of subtle alcohol-like notes: rum and champagne, far more modern than the loud aldehydes of the past. The heart is a refined cardamom—spiced and camphoraceous, where cinnamon and clove used to sit. Geranium adds a floral touch, while tea and rosemary give that traditional Mediterranean vibe. The result is a fine, elegant, mature, and classic fragrance. Versatile, better for spring-summer and men over 30. The trail is discreet and longevity is moderate (works better on clothes). Perfect for offices and dinners, not for parties. It’s subtly different, which is rare these days, but if you’re looking for a strong punch, this isn’t for you.

• wildkatzen

  September 21, 2017

  

  At first, it reminds me of Abercrombie & Fitch’s First Instinct, but the champagne opening is potent alongside a fermented grapefruit. Oolong tea gives a pleasant sensation before reaching the earthy vetiver and woods, while cardamomo marks the freshness. It has excellent longevity on the skin and a gorgeous bottle. I was very surprised and bought it recently.

• wildkatzen

  January 8, 2019

  

  Summary: I bought and tested Gentleman by Oscar, and it’s about 85% similar to Adolfo Dominguez Agua Fresca Extreme.

• Rickelmer

  April 22, 2019

  

  I tried this Oscar fragrance with its striking, heavy design. I liked it because domino is a game I adore in my country, the Dominican Republic, and the scent is dedicated to someone with class. It works well with a suit and for the office. But the first time I tried it, it didn’t say much to me; the second time was incredible and lasted quite a while, although it was just grapefruit, which isn’t my favorite fruit. Maybe the issue was testing it on paper with perfume already on it. I saw it in a perfumery and thought, ‘what the heck,’ so I’ll try again. It’ll be the first to get so many chances before I buy: if I don’t like it on my skin, I’ll pass.

• gera81

  September 3, 2020

  

  I struggle to distinguish the listed notes; on my nose, it’s more spicy, resembling a mix of pepper and nutmeg that feels a bit overwhelming. Citrus notes get overshadowed by the spices, though they add freshness at the base. I suspect the unusual blend of oolong tea and champagne creates that confusing opening. In the heart, flowers soften the scent, and it settles on an ambered base with vetiver. The spicy sensation persists, and when mixed with the woods, it leaves a trail I identify with the dry-down of Terre d’Hermes EDT. Citrus notes take time to appear but leave an orange-like impression. It’s a good fragrance with evolution, mature, and not casual. It’s not very versatile for occasions, but rather for climate: less in summer, but works day or night depending on the temperature. It’s elegant, masculine, and suit-oriented, nothing casual. Compared to Terre d’Hermes, it’s more discreet, classic, and cordial—a nice gentleman without projecting as much luxury.

• gera81

  September 9, 2020

  

  I try to be faithful to what I smell, and it’s hard to distinguish the listed notes. The opening is spicy—not cardamom, but something between pepper and nutmeg, a bit aggressive at first. The citrus gets muted by the spices, though they still add freshness at the base. I suspect this atypical mix creates that confusing and rare opening. In the mid-notes, subtle flowers soften everything, ending in an amber base with strong vetiver. The spicy sensation persists, and when mixed with the woods, it leaves a trail I recognize in Terre d’Hermès. The citrus part, hard to spot at first, later reveals a distinct orange sensation. It’s a mature, elegant, suit-and-tie fragrance, nothing informal. I can’t imagine wearing it casually. It’s a cordial, classic gentleman, more discreet than showy luxury.

• carlosjhv

  July 6, 2021

  

  Exquisite and elegant; of all my scents, this is the most woody. It smells like wet woods in a bath of sweet liquor, which is how I perceive the champagne and cardamomo. No regrets: everyone who tried it loved it. Maybe it’s not popular, but it’s good, beautiful, and reasonably priced. For me, this is the one that best reflects Oscar’s personality, the man who left his chores for a game of dominoes. Highly recommended!

• carlosjhv

  July 13, 2021

  

  It’s exquisite and elegant; of all in my collection, it’s the most woody, as if the woods were soaked in a bath of sweet champagne and cardamomo liquor. Everyone likes it, though it won’t be as popular as others. It’s good, beautiful, and reasonably priced. Of all Oscar de la Renta’s fragrances, this one best reflects the designer’s personality—the one who would put down his duties to play dominoes. Highly recommended.

• eric1939

  July 21, 2022

  

  An interesting and uncommon fragrance, one of the few masculine scents from this Latin American house. The bottle is definitely collector-worthy. I compared Gentleman to Cartier’s Declaration: the opening is worlds apart. This one smells modern, sparkling, and citrusy, with a very original champagne note. The other feels dated and carries that annoying bulk cumin note that this one lacks. They get closer as they dry down, minus the irritating cumin. Both share cardamom, which I personally don’t love. Recommended, elegant, and versatile for any season. Try it before buying blind.

• charlotinable

  November 13, 2022

  

  Hooked on its rare yet elegant vibe, a refreshing escape from those expensive but generic scents. The vetiver-citrus blend offers a sweet-bitter touch with rosemary and geranium, while cardamom and amber balance it perfectly. Reminds me a lot of Cartier’s Declaration, another absolute favorite. Highly recommended and exquisite; although I haven’t worn it yet, I’m hopeful for its longevity. A true old-school perfumery gem with that vintage, refined barbershop aroma that’s becoming rare.