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Classic by Banana Republic

Banana Republic· 1995

Classic

6.625Typically ~$30

Bergamot at first spray; ginger is what stays on skin.

FreshCitrusFloralAquaticSynthetic

Perfumer: Jean-Claude Delville

Scent profile

Top notes

Bergamot Clementine Herbs Pink grapefruit

Heart notes

Honeysuckle Lilac

Base notes

Ginger White musk

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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When to wear it

A summer and spring fragrance that wears easiest in daylight — at its best for everyday wear and the office.

SummerDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

50%

Spring

98%

Summer

100%

Fall

60%

Day

100%

Night

55%

Where

Office

98%

Casual

100%

Date

73%

Club

53%

Formal

72%

Season & occasion fit is derived by Fragr from this fragrance’s accords and notes (100% = its strongest setting).

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Sport

84%