Man Eau Fraîche by Versace

Brand: Versace

Concentration: EDT

Scent overview

Lemon, bergamot and star fruit with cardamom and rosewood open onto cedar, tarragon and sage over musk, amber and sycamore. A classic summer fresh by Olivier Cresp.

Scent Character

EDT · Introduced 2006 · Men

Key accords: Lemon, Bergamot, Carambola, Cardamom, Rosewood, Cedar

Top Notes

Heart Notes

  • Cedar
  • Tarragon
  • Sage
  • Black Pepper

Base Notes

Occasions: Daytime, Vacation, Casual

Seasons: Spring, Summer

Fragrance overview

Man Eau Fraîche by Versace belongs to the woody fragrance family. Lemon, bergamot and star fruit with cardamom and rosewood open onto cedar, tarragon and sage over musk, amber and sycamore. A classic summer fresh by Olivier Cresp. Man Eau Fraîche opens with Lemon, Bergamot, Carambola, Cardamom, and Rosewood. The heart brings Cedar, Tarragon, Sage, and Black Pepper. It dries down to Musk, Woody Notes, Saffron, Amber, and Sycamore.

How to wear Man Eau Fraîche

On skin, Man Eau Fraîche by Versace has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime, vacation, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Flower Bomb first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Man Eau Fraîche over the top for woody complexity. Start with 2 sprays Man Eau Fraîche : 1 spray Flower Bomb and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Man Eau Fraîche opens with Lemon, Bergamot, Carambola, Cardamom, and Rosewood.

The heart brings Cedar, Tarragon, Sage, and Black Pepper.

It dries down to Musk, Woody Notes, Saffron, Amber, and Sycamore.

What to layer with Man Eau Fraîche

  • Viktor & Rolf Flower Bomb bottle

    Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk.

    Order: Apply Flower Bomb first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Man Eau Fraîche over the top for woody complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Man Eau Fraîche : 1 spray Flower Bomb

  • Hugo Boss Boss Bottled bottle

    Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, bergamot, and cedar.

    Order: Apply Man Eau Fraîche 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 Man Eau Fraîche : 2 sprays Boss Bottled

  • Christian Dior Ambre Nuit bottle

    Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar, musk, and amber.

    Order: Apply Man Eau Fraîche 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 Man Eau Fraîche : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit

  • Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Midnight bottle

    Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, musk, and amber.

    Order: Apply Man Eau Fraîche 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 Man Eau Fraîche : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight

  • Acqua di Parma Magnolia Nobile bottle

    Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, bergamot, and musk.

    Order: Apply Man Eau Fraîche 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 Man Eau Fraîche : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile

Pairings to approach with care

  • Kilian Angels' Share bottle

    Angels' Share by Kilian

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Angels' Share has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Angels' Share brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.

    Order: Apply Angels' Share first — its gourmand depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Man Eau Fraîche over the top for woody complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Man Eau Fraîche : 1 spray Angels' Share

  • Kilian Black Phantom - Memento Mori bottle

    Black Phantom - Memento Mori by Kilian

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Black Phantom - Memento Mori has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Black Phantom - Memento Mori brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.

    Order: Apply Black Phantom - Memento Mori first — its gourmand depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Man Eau Fraîche over the top for woody complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Man Eau Fraîche : 1 spray Black Phantom - Memento Mori

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Man Eau Fraîche?

Man Eau Fraîche opens with Lemon, Bergamot, Carambola, Cardamom, and Rosewood. The heart brings Cedar, Tarragon, Sage, and Black Pepper. It dries down to Musk, Woody Notes, Saffron, Amber, and Sycamore.

How long does Man Eau Fraîche last, and how strong is it?

Man Eau Fraîche by Versace has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration.

When should you wear Man Eau Fraîche?

It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime, vacation, and casual.

What layers well with Man Eau Fraîche?

Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk. Apply Flower Bomb first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Man Eau Fraîche over the top for woody complexity. Start with 2 sprays Man Eau Fraîche : 1 spray Flower Bomb.

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