Ormonde Man by Ormonde Jayne
Brand: Ormonde Jayne
Concentration: Parfum
Scent overview
Juniper, bergamot, pink pepper, cardamom and coriander over oud and black hemlock, resting on vetiver, cedar, sandalwood and musk.
Is Ormonde Man worth it?
How it smells: Opens with juniper berry, bergamot and pink pepper, oud and black hemlock at the heart, then dries down to vetiver and cedar.
Scent Score: 75/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 74, versatility 67, layerability 90 and value 74, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Parfum · Introduced 2004 · Men
Key accords: Juniper Berry, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, Coriander seeds, Oud
Top Notes
- Juniper Berry
- Bergamot
- Pink Pepper
- Cardamom
- Coriander seeds
Heart Notes
- Oud
- Black Hemlock
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Office
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Ormonde Man by Ormonde Jayne belongs to the woody fragrance family. Juniper, bergamot, pink pepper, cardamom and coriander over oud and black hemlock, resting on vetiver, cedar, sandalwood and musk. Ormonde Man opens with Juniper Berry, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, and Coriander seeds. The heart brings Oud and Black Hemlock. It dries down to Vetiver, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Musk.
How to wear Ormonde Man
On skin, Ormonde Man by Ormonde Jayne has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior. Apply Ormonde Man first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Ormonde Man : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Ormonde Man opens with Juniper Berry, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, and Coriander seeds.
The heart brings Oud and Black Hemlock.
It dries down to Vetiver, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Musk.
What to layer with Ormonde Man
Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share oud, cedar, and musk.
Order: Apply Ormonde Man first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ormonde Man : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply Ormonde Man first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ormonde Man : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Ormonde Man first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ormonde Man : 2 sprays Interlude Man
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cedar, and musk.
Order: Apply Ormonde Man first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ormonde Man : 2 sprays J'adore
Libre by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and musk.
Order: Apply Ormonde Man first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Libre on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ormonde Man : 2 sprays Libre
Pairings to approach with care
Memorable Aura by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Memorable Aura brings a fruity contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Ormonde Man first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memorable Aura on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ormonde Man : 2 sprays Memorable Aura
Vibrant Caramel Winter by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Vibrant Caramel Winter brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Ormonde Man first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Vibrant Caramel Winter on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ormonde Man : 2 sprays Vibrant Caramel Winter
Related fragrances and why
- Ambre Nuit by Christian DiorTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include oud, cedar, and musk.
- Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di ParmaBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include bergamot, sandalwood, and musk.
- Interlude Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Ormonde Man?
Ormonde Man opens with Juniper Berry, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, and Coriander seeds. The heart brings Oud and Black Hemlock. It dries down to Vetiver, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Musk.
How long does Ormonde Man last, and how strong is it?
Ormonde Man by Ormonde Jayne has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Ormonde Man?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and office.
What layers well with Ormonde Man?
Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share oud, cedar, and musk. Apply Ormonde Man first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Ormonde Man : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit.
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