Egoiste (for men)

scenturian

Wood + Roses.
Not that bad but it smells a little feminine 2me. There is a strong rose smell in it all time. When it dries down i smell only wood and roses.
Must try b4 buy.

glitteralex

I adore this scent on myself, a 40 something woman. It is definitely a unisex frag. The liberal use of warm spice and florals is in perfect harmony. In the shop, I suggest it to men regularly. Strangely enough, the younger male set that embraces such marine sweet scents as Chrome Legend, Armani Diamonds for Men, the Davidoff spawn, etc. react poorly to this scent. The notes are too grand and soft for their taste. Even those who favor metrosexual scents such as CK Scene, Prada Homme, and the new Versace Homme are confounded by Egoiste. I have had better success with the men who enjoy the sweeter frags such as CH 212 Sexy for Men, Intimately Beckham, Givenchy Pi, and the new celeb-rapper scents. In general, though, it is the 50 year old European gentleman who goes for Egoiste. European men are not so concerned with the perceived "masculinity" of their scent, and so can appreciate this lovely composition.

A real winner. In my mind it is a warm comforting man scent in the vein of YSL's M7 and Dior's Farenheit.

Poisonivyprince

a very clean and crisp fragrance this reminds me of my dad he used to wear this all the time. he loved everything chanel. sometimes my mom wears chanel no. 5 when she misses him. he has passed away but everytime i smell this i like to think hes still around.

guest_Oslo-Fjord

For me, this is the best fragrance ever! I have many fragrances in my collection, but this is my absolute favourite. The beginning is spicy, and after a while it dry down to a gourgeos rose-vanilla scent.. I love it. A classic fragrance for sophisticated men with good taste!

vdxl

A great oriental which is not at all dated,thing that I cannot say about its sequel, Platinum Egoiste. I perceive this as being younger, more interesting, long lasting, sexy. But for sure this perfume is not for hanging out in teen clubs and it is not for teens. You must be at least 20, let's say 21 to wear this. It is great and thank god, it does smell like a "clean" oriental, with no civet.

shamus1

To say that Egoiste is conservative is like saying that Acqua di Gio is unique. Egoiste is anything but conservative. It is perhaps the most spicy, peppery fragrance I have ever smelled. That extreme spiciness mixes with some vanilla and sandalwood to create one of the most unique fragrances I've ever smelled. I've never smelled anything, in fact, quite like Egoiste since. It's not really my cup of tea, but my wife wears it, and it smells great on her! Does that sound "conservative" to you?! Although it probably doesn't quite suit me, Egoiste is a very good fragrance

countbernadotte

It appears that many of the reviews hereunder are based on either a quick, non-deliberate examination of the fragrance, or a concocted and contrived reviews stemmed from dry-run experiences.

And for those with whom English is not a first language, dry-runs refers to fictitious or simulated experiences.

For what it is worth the main title description realistically articulates the character of this fragrance.

Firstly, it is, after all, made by Chanel; well thought of and very well executed. And it is a classic fragrance that has withstood the test of time.

It is popular with the generation that had witnessed its launch as well as with subsequent generations, especially those who command good taste, sophistication and a sense of appreciation for the value of tradition and classicism.

The opening notes may be relatively sharp, and may deter the uninitiated because of the poignancy of the spices and the rather vivid rosewood presentation.

But patience would reveal the soul of this cologne as does with almost all fragrances.

This fragrance will ultimately settle and stay very lusciously warm, woodsy, and indeed very woodsy with a touch of everlasting vanilla and cinnamon.

It is, despite the utterly ridiculous contrived claims of being an effeminate fragrance, a true masculine fragrance, powerful and assertive in its claim over the masculine domain.

Those who were introduced to it in their so-called coming out phase were introduced to it because both the feminine and the effeminates are attracted to masculine fragrances worn by others.

Olesandra

I smell pure fresh cinnamon in it! It's seems sophisticated, but actually smells simple and harmonious, like most of chanel's scents.

Leo

Very elegant...
You can smell the damask rose..
Dont think that you will be smelled as an old woman.. No..no..

A very masculine rose!! although the opening is spicy enough.
Use it, and you can ask your girl friend (or wife) to use jean paul gaultier classique..

A perfect couple of fragrance!

originaldeftom

LOL I have to laugh about statements being made on this to be a very conservative and male scent. I was introduced to this what I consider "very gay" scent in my "coming out years" around 1992/93 when it had already been on the market for some time. The fact it has rose and carnation in its core does not "ring" the conservative bell. Yes, it is a very strong scent and I can only recommend it for the cold season winter. If this scent had a colour it ought to be royal purple: it smells of plums, dark purple roses, cinnamon, carnations, clover, and rich and warm woods....so think heavy and "in 'yer face". Personally it suits only dark types of men and it exudes: rich, gay or bisexual, feminine touch yet strong attitude, sophisticated and intelligent and it screams "I am an individual that does not want to be pigeon-holed! So nothing for conservative or sporty "Timbaland" types. I group this perfumes with the following other brands: "Hypnose" Lancome, "Opium" YSL, "Prada Uomo" Prada, to name but a few...oh and "Egoiste Platinum" is a COMPLETE different scent!! They might have/ should have called it something completely different altogether.

honeypoppyseed

The quintessential "male" fragrance, however I don't know if that's a good thing. I feel like I've smelt this on a million guys, and typically from a mile away (the way most guys apply scent). However, if none of this is a problem for you, than by all means: Buy Egoiste. It's a sharp STRONG-G-G scent, and for a certain guy I'm sure that is just perfect.

mihailo_vukoicic

simply can't wait to wake up in the morning and spray it all over. it perks me up. even more so than a cup of coffee. if I were to chose a single frag whith which I would spend a year on a deserted island, I would without a doubt chose 'Egoiste'. perfect for all occasions, without being 'safe' or apologetic. a must have!

ticalau

It's the best! For me it's the fragrance ever!!! And i do like this more than egoist platinum ;)Love it