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Paul Smith Men by Paul Smith

Paul Smith· 2000· After Shave

Paul Smith Men

7.9432Typically ~$24

Basil at first spray; vetiver is what stays on skin. Best in spring, made for daily wear.

Perfumer: Alain Astori, Nathalie Lorson

Scent profile

Top notes

Basil Bergamot Cardamom

Heart notes

Violet leaf Fig Geranium

Base notes

Vetiver Sandalwood

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

65%

Spring

100%

Summer

97%

Fall

84%

Day

100%

Night

58%

Where

Office

99%

Casual

100%

Date

76%

Club

43%

Formal

77%

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

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Sport

81%