Citizen Jack by Michael Malul London
Brand: Michael Malul London
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Citizen Jack presents a versatile modern masculine profile that opens with sparkling citrus and crisp apple before transitioning into an aromatic floral heart. Cedarwood, vetiver, amber, and musk give the fragrance a clean, refined finish suited to everyday wear without becoming overpowering.
Is Citizen Jack worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, lemon and apple, lavender and geranium at the heart, then dries down to cedarwood and vetiver.
Scent Score: 74/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 67, versatility 87, layerability 88 and value 52, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring, summer and fall, for the office and casual days. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Masculine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2019 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Lemon, Apple, Lavender, Geranium, Violet Leaf
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Lemon
- Apple
Heart Notes
- Lavender
- Geranium
- Violet Leaf
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Evening
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Citizen Jack by Michael Malul London belongs to the woody fragrance family. A crisp, polished blend of bright citrus and juicy apple over aromatic lavender and geranium, settling into a smooth, quietly sensual woody-amber base. Citizen Jack opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Apple. The heart brings Lavender, Geranium, and Violet Leaf. It dries down to Cedarwood, Vetiver, Amber, and Musk.
How to wear Citizen Jack
On skin, Citizen Jack by Michael Malul London 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, and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss. Apply Citizen Jack first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Citizen Jack : 2 sprays Boss Bottled and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Citizen Jack opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Apple.
The heart brings Lavender, Geranium, and Violet Leaf.
It dries down to Cedarwood, Vetiver, Amber, and Musk.
What to layer with Citizen Jack
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and apple.
Order: Apply Citizen Jack first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citizen Jack : 2 sprays Boss Bottled
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, amber, and musk.
Order: Apply Citizen Jack first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citizen Jack : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
The One by Dolce & Gabbana
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, amber, and musk.
Order: Apply Citizen Jack first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The One on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citizen Jack : 2 sprays The One
Born in Roma by Valentino
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk.
Order: Apply Citizen Jack first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Born in Roma on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citizen Jack : 2 sprays Born in Roma
Washington Square by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and amber.
Order: Apply Citizen Jack first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Washington Square on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citizen Jack : 2 sprays Washington Square
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 38/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Citizen Jack first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citizen Jack : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
No 108 Warm Vanilla Syrup by MIIM.MIIC
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. No 108 Warm Vanilla Syrup brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Citizen Jack first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer No 108 Warm Vanilla Syrup on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citizen Jack : 2 sprays No 108 Warm Vanilla Syrup
Related fragrances and why
- Citizen Jack Parfum by Michael Malul London — Another version of Citizen Jack from Michael Malul London.
- Citizen Jack Absolute by Michael Malul London — Another version of Citizen Jack from Michael Malul London.
- Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss — Both include bergamot, lemon, and apple.
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, amber, and musk.
- The One by Dolce & Gabbana — Both include bergamot, amber, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Citizen Jack?
Citizen Jack opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Apple. The heart brings Lavender, Geranium, and Violet Leaf. It dries down to Cedarwood, Vetiver, Amber, and Musk.
How long does Citizen Jack last, and how strong is it?
Citizen Jack by Michael Malul London has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Citizen Jack?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, date, and evening.
What layers well with Citizen Jack?
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and apple. Apply Citizen Jack first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Citizen Jack : 2 sprays Boss Bottled.
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