1872 Masculine by Clive Christian
Brand: Clive Christian
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
1872 Masculine is a polished citrus composition with a luxurious, old-world character and a distinctly British sense of refinement. Its energetic opening gives way to aromatic florals and a suave woody drydown, making it versatile enough for daytime wear while retaining an elegant presence for formal occasions.
Is 1872 Masculine worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, lemon and lime, lavender and rosemary at the heart, then dries down to cedarwood and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 77/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 67, versatility 93, layerability 97 and value 52, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2001 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Pineapple, Apple
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Lemon
- Lime
- Grapefruit
- Pineapple
- Apple
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Cedarwood
- Sandalwood
- Oakmoss
- Musk
- Ambergris
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Outdoor, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
1872 Masculine by Clive Christian belongs to the citrus fragrance family. A bright, aristocratic citrus fragrance that layers sparkling bergamot and lime over aromatic herbs, crisp fruit, and a smooth, dignified cedarwood base. 1872 Masculine opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Pineapple, and Apple. The heart brings Lavender, Rosemary, Rose, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Musk, and Ambergris.
How to wear 1872 Masculine
On skin, 1872 Masculine by Clive Christian has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply 1872 Masculine first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays 1872 Masculine : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
1872 Masculine opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Pineapple, and Apple.
The heart brings Lavender, Rosemary, Rose, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley.
It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Musk, and Ambergris.
What to layer with 1872 Masculine
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, lily of the valley, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply 1872 Masculine first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 1872 Masculine : 2 sprays Miss Dior
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and pineapple.
Order: Apply 1872 Masculine first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 1872 Masculine : 2 sprays CK One
Y EDP by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, apple, and ambergris.
Order: Apply 1872 Masculine first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Y EDP on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 1872 Masculine : 2 sprays Y EDP
212 Men by Carolina Herrera
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, grapefruit, and lavender.
Order: Apply 1872 Masculine first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer 212 Men on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 1872 Masculine : 2 sprays 212 Men
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and jasmine.
Order: Apply 1872 Masculine first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 1872 Masculine : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Pairings to approach with care
Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli
Not Recommended · 31/99
Oud Maracujá has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Maracujá brings a woody contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply 1872 Masculine first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Maracujá on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 1872 Masculine : 1 spray Oud Maracujá
Supremacy Incense by Afnan
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 33/99
Supremacy Incense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Supremacy Incense brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply 1872 Masculine first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Supremacy Incense on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 1872 Masculine : 1 spray Supremacy Incense
Related fragrances and why
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include rose, lily of the valley, and sandalwood.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include bergamot, lemon, and pineapple.
- Y EDP by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include bergamot, apple, and ambergris.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for 1872 Masculine?
1872 Masculine opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Pineapple, and Apple. The heart brings Lavender, Rosemary, Rose, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Musk, and Ambergris.
How long does 1872 Masculine last, and how strong is it?
1872 Masculine by Clive Christian has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear 1872 Masculine?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion.
What layers well with 1872 Masculine?
Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, lily of the valley, and sandalwood. Apply 1872 Masculine first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays 1872 Masculine : 2 sprays Miss Dior.
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