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Background by Jil Sander

Men 1993

Description

Jil Sander Background is an oriental fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 1993, this composition features anise, raspberry, tarragon, lavender, bergamot and lemon in its top notes. The heart reveals a harmony of cinnamon, carnation, jasmine, lily of the valley, heliotrope and rose, while the base settles on benzoin, vanilla, cedar, tonka bean, amber, sandalwood and musk.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 27%
  • Spring 25%
  • Summer 15%
  • Autumn 32%
  • Day 40%
  • Night 60%

Key notes

Community

182 votes

  • Positive 94%
  • Negative 3.8%
  • Neutral 2.2%
positive reviews 182 community votes
LongevityLong-lasting SillageStrong Best momentAutumn CharacterMasculine

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Leading answer I want it

480 votes

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Leading answer Autumn

171 votes

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Leading answer Night

92 votes

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Fragrance profile

About Background

Main accord anise Year 1993 Gender Men

Jil Sander Background is an oriental fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 1993, this composition features anise, raspberry, tarragon, lavender, bergamot and lemon in its top notes. The heart reveals a harmony of cinnamon, carnation, jasmine, lily of the valley, heliotrope and rose, while the base settles on benzoin, vanilla, cedar, tonka bean, amber, sandalwood and musk.

Spices Fruits, vegetables and nuts Green, herbal and fougère Flowers White flowers Resins and balsams Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic

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Longevity

Leading answer Long-lasting

74 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Strong

90 votes

Character

Leading answer Traditionally masculine

33 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Good value

26 votes

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