London for Men by Burberry
Brand: Burberry
Concentration: EDT
Scent overview
Bergamot, cinnamon and lavender open onto leather, mimosa and port wine over tobacco leaf, guaiac wood and oakmoss. A cozy, spiced winter classic.
Scent Character
EDT · Introduced 2006 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Cinnamon, Lavender, Black Pepper, Leather, Mimosa
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Leather
- Mimosa
- Port Wine
Base Notes
- Guaiac Wood
- Oakmoss
- Myrrh
- Tobacco Leaf
Occasions: Evening, Office, Date
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
London for Men by Burberry belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Bergamot, cinnamon and lavender open onto leather, mimosa and port wine over tobacco leaf, guaiac wood and oakmoss. A cozy, spiced winter classic. London for Men opens with Bergamot, Cinnamon, Lavender, and Black Pepper. The heart brings Leather, Mimosa, and Port Wine. It dries down to Guaiac Wood, Oakmoss, Myrrh, and Tobacco Leaf.
How to wear London for Men
On skin, London for Men by Burberry has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDT concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, office, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Fahrenheit by Dior. Apply Fahrenheit first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist London for Men over the top for oriental complexity. Start with 2 sprays London for Men : 2 sprays Fahrenheit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
London for Men opens with Bergamot, Cinnamon, Lavender, and Black Pepper.
The heart brings Leather, Mimosa, and Port Wine.
It dries down to Guaiac Wood, Oakmoss, Myrrh, and Tobacco Leaf.
What to layer with London for Men
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lavender, and leather.
Order: Apply Fahrenheit first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist London for Men over the top for oriental complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays London for Men : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, black pepper, and leather.
Order: Apply London for Men first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nuit d'Issey on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays London for Men : 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey
Lys Sølaberg by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, guaiac wood, and oakmoss.
Order: Apply London for Men first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lys Sølaberg on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays London for Men : 2 sprays Lys Sølaberg
Mimosa by Commodity
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and mimosa.
Order: Apply London for Men first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mimosa on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays London for Men : 2 sprays Mimosa
Vetiver by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and black pepper.
Order: Apply London for Men first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Vetiver on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays London for Men : 2 sprays Vetiver
Pairings to approach with care
Tea by Commodity
Not Recommended · 32/99
London for Men has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply London for Men first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray London for Men : 2 sprays Tea
Replica Sailing Day by Maison Margiela
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Replica Sailing Day brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply London for Men first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Replica Sailing Day on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays London for Men : 2 sprays Replica Sailing Day
Related fragrances and why
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, lavender, and leather.
- Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake — Both include bergamot, black pepper, and leather.
- Lys Sølaberg by Maison Crivelli — Both include bergamot, guaiac wood, and oakmoss.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for London for Men?
London for Men opens with Bergamot, Cinnamon, Lavender, and Black Pepper. The heart brings Leather, Mimosa, and Port Wine. It dries down to Guaiac Wood, Oakmoss, Myrrh, and Tobacco Leaf.
How long does London for Men last, and how strong is it?
London for Men by Burberry has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDT concentration.
When should you wear London for Men?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, office, and date.
What layers well with London for Men?
Fahrenheit by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lavender, and leather. Apply Fahrenheit first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist London for Men over the top for oriental complexity. Start with 2 sprays London for Men : 2 sprays Fahrenheit.
Explore SCNTMIX
Find layering combinations in MixMode · Read fragrance layering guides
