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Police· 2016

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6.8few votesTypically ~$20

Opens on nutmeg, settles into a frankincense-spicy base. Best in fall, made for daily wear.

SpicyWoodyFreshCitrusSmoky

Scent profile

Top notes

Nutmeg Bergamot Mandarin orange Violet leaf

Heart notes

Sandalwood Patchouli Vetiver Blond woods

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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Base notes

Frankincense Musk Ambergris Benzoin

When to wear it

A fall fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

FallDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

91%

Spring

82%

Summer

71%

Fall

100%

Day

100%

Night

95%

Where

Office

94%

Casual

100%

Date

97%

Club

66%

Formal

91%

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Sport

63%