Aramis Aramis for men

In Webster's dictionary, next to the definition of frags that are made with MEN ONLY in mind, is a picture of a bottle of Aramis. This is an all time classic...FOR MEN, not boys...its legendary.

AND THERE IS NO REASON FOR ANYONE TO APPLY MORE THAN TWO HEFTY SPRAYS OF THIS...ANYMORE THAN THAT, AND YOU'RE GONNA SMELL LIKE A 5 DOLLAR HOOKER ON THE VEGAS STRIP.

...this is very powerful stuff, a lot like Bijan (original male frag), and Lauder for Men. Apply lightly.

Its my Fathers perfume. Its for older men around 4o"s. Yes its too strong. Not long lasting on cloths. It stays for 3 hrs. People can smell u for an hour.

I was introduced to Aramis over 30 years ago by a Turkish friend of mine. At that time I really enjoyed the scent and it was my fragrance of choice until I switched to Azzaro several years later. My memory of this fragrance has faded somewhat over the years, but like the English Leather before it, I don't have any burning desire to return.

no thanks. i can't do it. i try it and it is just not for me. i like the "old man" smells pretty well and grew up, was a teenager, in the '80s so i understand powerhouses, but, yikes,
this one simply will not work for me.
it does however smell much better after it has been on for about 3-4 hours than it does at the top.

I love Aramis on my husband in the fall and winter. I go for the boldness of aldehydes. That's why I love my Chanel No. 5. Back to Aramis, a little goes a long way. I find it best applied with two sprays to his chest under clothing. He just smells so good and sexy for hours.

Magnificent! Aramis is an amazing leathery chypre that pulls no punches. It is so warm and rich that only a few sprays are required to last all day. I particularly like this one under clothing as body heat makes it come alive. it might be a funny comparison, but in some ways it is like Coriolan by Guerlain: it has the same citussy, herbal aspect, but Coriolan is a Prius and Aramis a 1966 Mustang.

You know what?

If applied lightly, Aramis smells amazing. It really does. The opening is pretty shocking - Lauder-style aldehydes and a pine needle kind of smell. But once you let it dry down, Aramis is one of the smoothest chypres ever made. I'm 18 years old, and I'll happily wear Aramis... just two sprays is all I need :-)

In response to "evilspin's" review below, Aramis fragrance and grooming products are currently available in my area at Macy's, Dillard's, Nordstrom, and Neiman Marcus. I have also seen it in Target recently.

"Classic"... yes. Aramis has been around since 1965. "Forgotten"... definitely NOT!

One of the best truly male masculine perfumes of all time. This was launched mid 60's and is still widely used without being old fashion. The smell is so attractive, so masculine, so classy that you can't find easily another cologne of her age to be used since then and after all these thousands of new perfumes every year. Aramis is Aramis, this says it all! The smell of leather, flowers, wood and spices are so well blender that makes this perfume a true masterpiece. Aramis launched also full grooming products, they are pushing the perfume, new advertisements and these keep it on for decades...Well Done!!!

Well well well ... and so the wheel turns. I think I am finally in the right age group to appreciate this timeless classic! I remember trying this when I was very young (early 80's) and thinking "mmm ... nice ... but not for me." Although, I did use the hair gel a lot :o). Bought this in a duty free shop yesterday ... it's just fabulous!!!

I have a vintage AS of this besides an edt. I like the AS better, it´s wonderfully blended, a flowery woody chypre of real class, how cannot this be loved.

I always heard this as a classic American Man, Uncle, Grandfather scent. I know they dont sell it in grand department stores or high end. I only seen it in marshalls and Sears so that kind of told me that its one of those forgotten or ultimately classic colones people tend to pass on. So i never intrigued me. Until watching "the Nanny" lol and Mr. Shefield wears it on the show And Fran occasional has mentioned that it melts her. Soooo upon that and Mr. Shefield being a classic gentleman I was intrigued to smell it. I saw it at Sears and took a wiff. Yuuuuup I was right, NOT for me. It has that old school man scent. That may remind you of when Dad or Granddad would come visit or hug and kiss you and they would smell like this, with their cigar, tobacco pipe scent and beard pinching you. Maybe thats why woman love it so much cause it has that vintage Gentleman smell or psychologically turn them on cause it reminds them of vintage rugged man or the men they looked up to. But for me, I think people would tell me I stink or smell like old man. So thats not ultimately a compliment since Im young and tend to lean towards scents that are fresh, woodsy and hip and different that no one recognises.

I think like most American guys, we've (many of us) grew up with some Aramis in the house, and probably wore it once in a while. It is a classic scent, and I've not really smelled anything that comes close or duplicates it. I agree with many that it is very masculine, very leathery and mossy, and distinctly American. It's managed to stay current for numbers of generations, and for some of us, it was our first 'adult' cologne.

Aramis to young guys in the US is what Eau Sauvage is to young guys in France and Germany; a cologne that starts you off in the world of scent. Mothers love this smell on their boys... grown up, manly, but not pretentious or obnoxious. It states itself confidently and brings smiles to those around you.

I recall that the after-shave version of Aramis is really very refreshing and goes on quite cool, warming slightly afterward, but nicely neutral temperature-wise on the skin.

It's always a joy to smell Aramis on someone - it gives us a sense that some nice things do not change, nor do they need to.

Aramis by Aramis is one reason among many that I love Estée Lauder. This is the only men’s non-niche stark leather chypre perfume available. It’s been in production since the 1960s, so it must have some degree of a following. Why are there no imitators trying to cash in? Along with its twin, EL’s Azurée, it is the heir to the Cabochard fortune. Of course the estate is still in probate, as nobody can determine if Cabochard is alive or dead.

I’ve seen a number of lists of notes, but to my nose it’s a bergamot-heavy, herbal, patchouli and moss blast. I’ve seen it described as floral, and if it is, it’s of the searing dry variety. I go back and forth between this and Azurée. They are notably similar side by side, and the one could easily be taken for the other in isolation. Aramis is a bit sharper, has a cooler herbal tone (clove, bay, pepper) and more patchouli. The similarities, though, outweigh the differences.

The majority of the good leather chypres come from the niche world (Rien, Cuir Mauresque) or from smaller-release houses (Bandit, Knize Ten.) This EL cheapie, though, compares favorably with the best of them. Interesting to note, it’s also outlived (or resisted lethal reformulation) Madame Jolie, Cabochard and Tabac Blond. A survivor.

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I am a woman and I find this scent very sexy.

it is a strong masculine fragrance..i think you would probably be of strong character to wear this fragrance..and my guess you wouldn't care what some other guy would think..what do women think? that is the question.i think it smells like confindence and security. i remember the paper ads in playboy..that always caught my attention.

perfect. my father was the 1st to introduce me to this scent. very manly and elegant!

Yuck!!
This is one of those 'overpowering' scents like Kours that you either love or you hate.
Classic, yeah, but, for me, not in a 'good'way.

Love it or hate it, Aramis is a classic.

I've smelled it millions of times before on every dad and uncle, but Aramis is a classic for good reason. For one, it's a masculine chypre, and chypre is probably the best type of perfume out there. Another thing is that Estee Lauder has been good with quality control. There really aren't many Lauder fragrances I like (except for some of the Aramis fragrances), but I gotta hand it to Estee for not fucking up her fragrances with each reformulation. They stay true to character and don't eliminate raw materials. All things considered, I can't deny that Aramis is a classic fragrance, but it's not something I'd wear. It's loud, dated, and if I wanted a masculine chypre, I'd rather just wear Chanel Pour Monsieur or Bel Ami by Hermes. Still, you should at least give Aramis a try for the sole purpose of education.

its very long lasting, man perfume, make you more confident that usually noticed by any girl.

To me this is a delightfully blended cologne. Destinctively masculine but with some very nice flowers that makes it less heavy.
This is for an ealier formulation, so the longevity and sillage is massive. Lasts a couple of days!
It´s wonderful.

This is a disgusting fragrance.It smells like a drunk took a piss on a pile of rotting leaves,then passed out on the pile,woke up and pissed on it again.The only good comment I have for this fragrance is that it is one of the longest lasting scents I have ever come across,but who would want to smell like urine soaked leaves all day?When I tried to wear this,I became so repulsed by its over whelming scent that I tried to wash it off with no luck,I had to bathe myself in musk and 4711 to mask this awful scent.Aramis is a vile and disgusting scent.

i don't care my friend say it stink . or people humiliate me im wearing.how can i resist this wonderful intense ,oh god how i wish someday my friend will fall love for it!i don't smell clasic or evergreen .. i feel so confident and very convincing in my lifestyle .

excellent fragrance....classical and long lasting

I've had many men approach me in the past asking for me to suggest a fragrance that is masculine and bold. Quite often I'd point them in the direction of niche lines, however now that I've found Aramis, I have no qualms directing them towards this classic gem.

Aramis has quite a punch to it. There's a fierceness to this composition that is quite attractive to a female nose. I get a lot of leather in Aramis, along with myrrh, patchouli, sage and cardamom. Although bold and a little dirty, this blend is juxtaposed with a clean soapiness, possibly brought about by the floral accords and sparkling aldehydes.

Aramis is a powerhouse fragrance, there really is no other way to describe it. It reminds me of those other classic leather scents like Robert Piguet's Bandit and Gres Cabochard, however this masculine offering is far more biting and rich.

When I smell Aramis, I picture my Grandfather in the 1940's, with his hair slicked back, wearing an expensive and fashionable leather jacket while he leans against his prized motorcycle. Had he been alive today I would have asked him if he ever wore or smelt this particular fragrance.

Aramis is a scent for strong, agressive and masculine men. When women smell this they know they're looking at a man that knows his place and values his masculinity and strength. I wouldn't dare try to wear this myself.

I remember buying this via mail order.. (must of been a good advert).. It was peppery and gave me headaches.. Horrid.

This was a distinctive fragrance I used to love in the 60's. Its still going strong so someone must like it. However today I think its just too strong/in your face and as such lacks sophistication/class (its sillage hits you at 100 paces !) .It does last [which many scents don't], but now when I smell it I find there's something sickly sweet about it which i really don't like .

Just at the opening rings a bell if you're born in 80's; the scent of fathers and grandpas!
Highly masculine and classy, this one pleases those who has lots of memories from 70's and 80's.
A complete and complex vintage one with a gourmand and floral undertone which appears alternatively; seems that comes from a flag waving. Mainstream is just musky and absolutely classic.
Bring out all good memories, sky was bluer and people were simpler! Personally, I booked lots of memories with it, nailed in my heart.
But even if you haven't memories, enough to be a fan of extremely masculine perfumes; you'd love it.

Arther by Lord Hamilton. A concentrated version of Aramis, at least I´m told. But I believe it, this is absolutely wonderful.
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Edit: This is definitely edP and one very good one. Seems only be made of natural oils.

omg I'm almost SURE this was my first fragrance ever. My dad had got a super tiny bottle of this while he was staying at some hotel I think. And he gave it to me becausse I love miniatures. :D I recognized the bottle immediately when I saw this picture. The scent is pretty horrible though. ;)

PEOPLE CALL THIS AN OLD MAN COLOGNE
IT IS A BIT DATED AND A VERY MATURE SCENT
I WEAR THIS WHEN I GO ON JOB INTERVIEWS MAKES ME APPEAR OLDER :)

Aramis is a really ELEGANT and SOPHISTICATED perfume, i love it so much, love the mix of leather, musk, bergamot, and gardenia, is perfect for a special occasion. because it lost over 7 hours on me. love you aramis.....

Just about the only scent that I've bought the 'add-ons' for; Shampoo, Shower Gel and deodorant on regular occasions. I haven't ever bought the thing itself i.e. the EDT, however, the sheer quality and comforting sophistication of the ingredients turns a quick shower in the morning into a soothing and luxurious spa-like experience. The anti-perspirant deodorant is altogether way better than any deodorants I've ever used and has very good projection and compliment gathering skills. I'm looking forward to a studied attempt at 'layering' of this scent in the future with the EDT.

Another piece of history to never forget. Aramis is one of those classic male fragrances that hasn't aged at all and is still miles ahead of tones and tones of today's masculines. An archetipal powerhouse leather-chypre built on juxtapositions to increase its charm. A rough-sweet / bold-sharp / cheap-elegant character many times emulated but almost never achived from other perfumes of the same family.

No need to go through notes explanation as this scent should be somehow familiar to everybody (maybe you wore it, maybe your fathers, your grandads, uncles, friends, it depends on your age). But if you have never get in contact with this fragrance and you're looking for a classic masculine from the past that haven't aged at all go for Aramis, NOW!

Rating: 8/10

Whenever I smell this - which is rarely these days - I'm instantly transported back to the mid-1970's and my first gorgeous boyfriend. Just wonderful. I hope that, even though it's a classic, some young man will choose this, wear it and create warm, enduring memories for his girlfriend in decades to come.

This is my first cologne. I was about five when I recieved it as a gift, so it reminds me of my childhood and is very nostalgic for me. If you don't have momory connected to it don't even bother trying it. It is old school, and not suitable for a young or even a middle age guy. I might buy it again to refresh my memory. I am crazy enough to wear it.

One of the best Fragrances in the World

ONE OF A KIND!
After reading the reviews and the list of top, middle and base notes I have to say I only smell ONE thing: Aramis. For me, there aren't many fragrances, men's or women's, that are instantly recognizable by name once you get a whiff of the scent in a crowd. Aramis IS one of these. It's a universally signature scent. It has to be worn to be appreciated. Maybe it's because I've been wearing this cologne for twenty-five years, but I don't pick up any one of the individual notes at all. It just smells like Aramis and I don't need to pick it apart. Maybe this is the art of it.

Dry and linear, it's pretty much the same from beginning to end. It only gets finer and finer as the day goes on. I wear it any time I want to express my confidence and feel refined. Dressed up or casual. Day or night.

The thought of not being able to run out and get a new bottle when mine is getting low is very unsettling. I think civilization thrives on change and progress, but I think we get comfort and reassurance from the classic things in life that endure the test of time unchanged. Aramis is one of these classics, and I will continue to wear it. Bravo!

My fathers favorite cologne that does not break the bank. Hes been rocking this fragrance since he was twenty and doesn't think he will get tired of it. Now for my take. I think this is a classic and very professional. I wouldn't recommend this frag to many people under thirty years of age because I see this as a very mature fragrance.
My dad is looking at buying a large 8.1 oz bottle of this fragrance btw.
9 out of 10. For a mature man.

This is a true Classic scent which never grows old!

Excellent professional scent..

I just big-love it. The classic Aramis has a barbershop aura that speaks very manly: bold and comforting. Reminds me of those old talc boxes with pompoms attached. It has some kind of a baby smell, too (maybe because of the talc), with a slight fecal tone. Fecal? Oh, please, don't get me wrong: Aramis is outstanding and one of the best scents I've tried.

So, if you like dry scents, try this, if you haven't already. I still prefer Givenchy's Gentleman, though, but note that this just reflects my preferences and doesn't diminish Aramis' qualities at all.

People say you have to wear your best suits with it, but that's just what's expected.
I disagree that you can't pair it with tees and jeans. Actually, I strongly suggest you do that, because classics always go along very well with classics. And having tried this you won't be wanting to smell like CK One or Cool Water, regardless of your outfit.

Make sure you don't overapply it (unless you don't like people), as it's fairly strong. Of all the scents I've worn, this is the one that triggers my olfatory fatigue the most, and not resisting the urge to re-apply it would be suicide. Or terrorism. Here's how I do: I spray it once or twice in the air and walk shirtless through the mist, then put on my tee shirt and I'm done for the day.

This is now my signature scent.... i am in my third bottle..
you feel rich and classy
A real man scent....not for teenagers.
It stayed for 45 years and will stay for ever because simply it is great.
Thank you Aramis for this great scent

Like it a lot. I have both this and Quorum, and the similarities are striking!

This is now my signature scent.... i am in my third bottle..
you feel rich and classy
A real man scent....not for teenagers.
It stayed for 45 years and will stay for ever because simply it is great.
Thank you Aramis for this great scent

One of the best cologne of all times.It,s in the top5 along"Eau sauvage","vetiver-guerlain","polo-r.lauren" &"paco pour homme-p.rabane.But aramis is my choice.

This EDT has a very strong smell. Typically have a slight aroma linear and manly it is very nice. It really smacks of classic fragrance. Although it is recommended for mature men, young men with strong personality can use. Highly recommended for professional and executive image.

A truly great classic.Almost without equal.Very masculine & sensual.

One of my boyfriends wore this at the age of 22! It does give the impression of being 'grown up' and sophisticated; and I imagine that's the image he was going for. Memories aside, I think it's a very accomplished scent which has changed only slightly since then (late 80's) and has lost a bit of its pungency, I think. A big bonus is that its also reasonably priced and readily available, but you won't be smelling it on another 100 blokes, as you will the ubiquitous aquatic/fougere style which I find horrid and bland.

I know beauty lies in the eyes (or in this case, nose) of the beholder. But i don't really find anything beautiful about it. i was told it was a good scent so i asked the lady at the counter and she said "i'm gonna have to break out the coffee beans." the second i smelled it i knew what she meant. it's WAY too strong! and the jasmine just makes it worse. things have definitely changed since the sixties. liked countbernadotte's review though. i live in dallas just across the county line and yes our women still love strong spicy scents (though not NEARLY as strong as aramis)

@svillatoro: Old? It is old, now that you mention it :P It is more than 44 years old, and this has nothing to do with how good it is (if anything, it shows that it has passed the test of time). However, my use of the word was in the context of encountering an 'old friend' :)

I don't know why you classify a scent as "old". This is one of the best fragrances ever. Very very masculine

My case is a bit similar to Jalutschka's; I got smitten with old Cabochard's comforting earthiness draped over its smoky, dark sensuality. And I was happy to find them both in Aramis, unscathed (and untamed :) ). The only differences I can feel in Aramis are the sage in the top notes (which fades quickly on me) and the lack of roses. But the soul is the same - a deep, warm embrace that draws you in and exudes comfort and stability.

My father got this for Christmas and I never heard of it, so I made fun a little. I thought it was one of those old cheap colognes my sister gets him that he never wears. Well he made a point to correct me by taking me to school on the fact that this was top of the line in his day and still is (by his standards). I smelled it and I can tell its not a cheap cologne but we live in Ft. Lauderdale Florida. Any of you familiar with this scent, are aware there are probably only 3 days a year you can wear this in South Florida. Way better suited for the snowbelt region. Not only that but as for its potency, a quater of one spray will do. He sprayed it twice and I had to stay outside for two hours. Anyway its good stuff for the winter and for older guys. BUT USE VERY LITTLE!

A classic fragrance to be worn by older gents with style.

For those who were born in the 1970s or later: There are plenty of updates around.

When I was in high school I was friends with this guy who smoked Marlboro Reds like they were going out of style, listened to trashy grunge/rap rock, and drank Busch on his dad's boat, which was forever parked on a hitch in his driveway. Oh, and he always wore Aramis.

Un gran clasico.

smells like something my granddad would have worn and that was 15 years ago and he was 70, definitely one for the older gentleman

smells so old. it's in same league with boucheron pour homme and azzaro pour homme. wear this if you are 40+

My boyfriend use it. Every time when he hugs me I close my eyes and I know I am the Queen of his heart! He is the "musketeer" of my soul!

Chypre-aromatic.

Provocative, romantic, sophisticated, masculine.

I've read that it was the first fragrance for men which concentration was the same as in EDP for women.

So very Oriental,I love the fragrance.The opening dies down in 30 mins on my skin,then a perfect balance of Sandalwood,leather & musk does the magic with Oakmoss & vetiver in the background,a true classic.

very masculine 50+ scent for a rugged person but a little too gritty and bitter for my tastes

For a while Azuree was not available in Australia and I discovered that Aramis smells very similar on my skin. I was happy wearing Aramis in place of Azuree. I dont think it is too masculine, just sexy and perfect for cold winter days and nights. They eventually decided to bring Azuree back. Now I wear both :)

Aramis is nice. Being 23 it's not targetted at me, but it doesn't bother me. nice sour, citrusy, herbaly, sweet type scent at the opening which I really like, and that dies down a bit in around 45 mins. The leather in this smells good and I'm not that keen on leather fragrances. I find Aramis interesting and strong which are two of my favorite qualities. I also like how surprisingly sweet it is.

Aramis presents itself quite starightforwardly as a woody fragrance. Citric notes typical of a chypre are not evident, IMHO.

Top notes reveal the presence of aldehydes, cinnamon, clover and myrrh mentioned in the olfactory pyramid. Mid and base notes are even more spicier and woodier, patchouly being a dominant note. This array of spicy and woody notes make it a good example of what a "butch" scent is.

If you want to try a subtler version of Aramis, you have the option of choosing Aramis Classic Reserve - which I did not try, but reviews mention it being a contemporary, thus subtler, version or Aramis - or Cabochard by Grès.

Aramis and Cabochard were both designed by the same pefumer, Bernard Chant. Even though Cabochard is classified as a women's fragrance, it can be easily worn by men. Cabochard includes floral notes absent in Aramis, but these are not strong at all.

I use to buy this in the 60s, but my wife finds it too strong. So I continue with Eau Sauvage, and Caron's Pour Homme, which is not readily available here in US stores.

My old flame used to wear this and it always made me want to jump on him! I love the robust, manly rush. The man who wears this is not shy or meek. He is confident, assertive, and comfortable with himself. It still makes me melt when I smell this on a man!

There was a time in America, when Aramis was synonymous with sophistication and success. During that time, I thought sophistication was another fancy name for a drink, and I, as any college student, was struggling hard for success.

And thus goes the story of my first encounter with Aramis in 1987, in Fort Worth, TX, then, a Cow Town with a very famous Christian University “TCU”.

I was in my first year undergraduate school. I had to sacrifice a lot in terms of foregoing many, many lunches to buy a 240ml bottle of the then legendary Aramis.

Texas girls loved its strong, spicy, masculine aroma, and for a kid in his very early freshman days, I had to think about the important things such as slow dancing, which, then, definitely required some preparations to outdo the competition, which was pretty darn strong in a private school such as TCU.

One Friday evening while on my way out to a club, wearing a dark suit and driving a typical student's old clunker, I had to stop at a gas station to fill my tank. As I was paying the cashier, a local young woman, apparently from the school, noticing the dark suit and smelling the very strong Aramis fragrance that I was wearing, chased me out the store for a seemingly normal friendly chat.

Once she saw the sled I was filling up, she froze in her track, shocked; she looked at me from a distance and yelled in disbelief: "You don't know what to do with your money?"

So, a bit of an advice for anyone from my generation, who might be contemplating this classic fragrance, before you buy it, though the dark suit you may be wearing does not have to be an Armani, make sure that the car you are driving is a Porches, a Mercedes, or a BMW, or at least a Lexus

If you can't afford any one of them, do yourself a great big favor and settle for “Eternity” by Calvin Klein.

This one is a classic for grown up men. It smells very strong and is too overpowering for office or casual use. I really like the scent but feel like I'm way too young to pull it off.
For me this is the scent of wealth, class and maturity.

Perhaps a little too "classic." Smells like an old man out of the bottle, but it does drydown quite a bit. The littlest amount is preferable; it is very, very strong and can easily be overpowering.

Overpowering scent, this is a perfume used by the typical business man of the 60's. It showed guts to wear it and gave the owner an air of masculinity and aggression. It would really not pass unnoticed.
Nowadays the perfume may seem outdated.
It also creates a lot of love - hate reactions. I have to confess I secretly like it, although I would not buy it for my man (and I think he would not be caught dead wearing it - hahaha)
I find it hard to classify it as I feel is more aldehyde than chypre, definitely lots of woods. Not unpleasant, however very strong, with a great sillage - I have met also lots of people complaining about having headaches after they smelled it. Stays long on your skin.
I remember my dad hating this, however a lot of his friends were in love with this.

Oh it's so a intensive and aggressive, ultimate masculine, very American scent!

This definitely is a classic. I don't think this will ever go out of style. It smells like Class, style and money. A nicely tailored suit and Aramis, people will think you have money and class. Can't go wrong with this one.