No. 1 Masculine by Clive Christian
Brand: Clive Christian
Concentration: Parfum
Scent overview
No. 1 Masculine is an opulent, highly polished composition that pairs bright Mediterranean citrus with exotic spice and a creamy floral heart. Its enduring sandalwood, vanilla, amber, and musk foundation gives the fragrance a regal presence suited to formal evenings and memorable occasions.
Is No. 1 Masculine worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, lime and Sicilian mandarin, ylang-ylang and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and vetiver.
Scent Score: 91/100 (Exceptional). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 94, versatility 87, layerability 99 and value 79, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Spring, fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Masculine.
Scent Character
Parfum · Introduced 2001 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Lime, Sicilian Mandarin, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Pimento
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Lime
- Sicilian Mandarin
- Cardamom
- Nutmeg
- Pimento
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Sandalwood
- Vetiver
- Vanilla
- Amber
- Tonka Bean
- Musk
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion, Office
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
Fragrance overview
No. 1 Masculine by Clive Christian belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A sumptuous amber-woody fragrance blending sparkling citrus and aromatic spice with creamy florals, rich sandalwood, and a sensual vanilla-amber base. No. 1 Masculine opens with Bergamot, Lime, Sicilian Mandarin, Cardamom, Nutmeg, and Pimento. The heart brings Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, and Rose. It dries down to Sandalwood, Vetiver, Vanilla, Amber, Tonka Bean, and Musk.
How to wear No. 1 Masculine
On skin, No. 1 Masculine by Clive Christian has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in fall, winter, and spring. Reach for it for evening, date, special occasion, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply No. 1 Masculine first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays No. 1 Masculine : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
No. 1 Masculine opens with Bergamot, Lime, Sicilian Mandarin, Cardamom, Nutmeg, and Pimento.
The heart brings Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, and Rose.
It dries down to Sandalwood, Vetiver, Vanilla, Amber, Tonka Bean, and Musk.
What to layer with No. 1 Masculine
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share nutmeg, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply No. 1 Masculine first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays No. 1 Masculine : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, sandalwood, and vetiver.
Order: Apply No. 1 Masculine first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays No. 1 Masculine : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily of the valley, rose, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply No. 1 Masculine first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray No. 1 Masculine : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, sandalwood, and vanilla.
Order: Apply No. 1 Masculine first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays No. 1 Masculine : 2 sprays Good Girl
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
Order: Apply No. 1 Masculine first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays No. 1 Masculine : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
Pairings to approach with care
Un Jardin sur le Nil by Hermès
Not Recommended · 30/99
No. 1 Masculine has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Un Jardin sur le Nil brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply No. 1 Masculine first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Un Jardin sur le Nil on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray No. 1 Masculine : 2 sprays Un Jardin sur le Nil
California Dream by Louis Vuitton
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
No. 1 Masculine has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. California Dream brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply No. 1 Masculine first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer California Dream on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray No. 1 Masculine : 2 sprays California Dream
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include nutmeg, jasmine, and sandalwood.
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include cardamom, sandalwood, and vetiver.
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include lily of the valley, rose, and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for No. 1 Masculine?
No. 1 Masculine opens with Bergamot, Lime, Sicilian Mandarin, Cardamom, Nutmeg, and Pimento. The heart brings Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, and Rose. It dries down to Sandalwood, Vetiver, Vanilla, Amber, Tonka Bean, and Musk.
How long does No. 1 Masculine last, and how strong is it?
No. 1 Masculine by Clive Christian has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear No. 1 Masculine?
It's best in fall, winter, and spring. It suits evening, date, special occasion, and office.
What layers well with No. 1 Masculine?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share nutmeg, jasmine, and sandalwood. Apply No. 1 Masculine first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays No. 1 Masculine : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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