The Original Gentleman – Hipster by Christine Arbel
Men 2016
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The Original Gentleman - Hipster: A Spicy Woody Scent for the Modern Man Christine Arbel's The Original Gentleman - Hipster is a woody spicy fragrance for men, launched in 2016. It sits between classic tailoring and modern attitude, offering a polished but easygoing character. The opening is bright and lively with mandarin, pink pepper, green apple, peppermint, bergamot, and cardamom.…
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Top
mandarin
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Heart
cinnamon
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Base
sandalwood
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About The Original Gentleman – Hipster
The Original Gentleman – Hipster: A Spicy Woody Scent for the Modern Man
Christine Arbel's The Original Gentleman – Hipster is a woody spicy fragrance for men, launched in 2016. It sits between classic tailoring and modern attitude, offering a polished but easygoing character.
The opening is bright and lively with mandarin, pink pepper, green apple, peppermint, bergamot, and cardamom. The heart layers cinnamon, cypress, and nutmeg over a base of sandalwood, ambergris, vanilla, musk, and tolu balsam.
The fragrance belongs to the woody spicy family, with accords that range from warm spicy and fresh spicy to aromatic, powdery, woody, citrus, amber, green, musky, and sweet. That range gives it plenty of dimension.
From the first sprays, mandarin and bergamot create a citrusy spark, while pink pepper and cardamom add a subtle kick. Green apple brings a crisp bite and peppermint cools everything down, making the opening feel energetic rather than heavy.
As it settles, cinnamon and nutmeg become the main story, delivering a warm, comforting spice. Cypress adds a clean, resinous edge, which keeps the heart from becoming too sweet and gives the fragrance a refined structure.
The base is smooth and enveloping. Sandalwood and tolu balsam provide a soft, creamy texture; vanilla and musk round out the edges; and ambergris adds a gentle amber depth with a faint marine touch. It all dries down to a comfortable, skin-friendly scent.
This is a fragrance for cooler months, but it works just as well through the evening. It suits everyday wear without demanding too much attention, and it never feels heavy or loud.
This will appeal to men who enjoy woody, spicy fragrances with a hint of sweetness and powder. It's also a great option for anyone looking for a warm signature scent that feels both classic and contemporary.
The Original Gentleman – Hipster is a well-built, versatile composition from Christine Arbel. It has enough character to stand out, but remains easy to wear. A solid pick for a warm, spiced everyday fragrance.
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