EIGHT & BOB by EIGHT & BOB

Watch out for the JFK hype and the myths. It is an elegant, well-finished fragrance, but is it worth over £200? If you’re after chic cardamom, Cartier Declaration does it for half the price. If you want something more 90s and similar, Moschino Uomo is ten times cheaper than Eight and Bob. Try it, ask for a decant, study it, and if you’re hooked, buy it. Scents are an incredible world.

A legendary classic that captures elegance and sophistication. They say Albert Fouquet created it for his friend JFK, making it a timeless piece. The fresh citrus blends with woods and spices, creating something distinctive and long-lasting. Lemon, cardamom, ginger, and pink pepper (an unofficial touch) in the top give vitality, while the heart of labdanum and dry wood adds warmth and depth. The base of sandalwood, amber, and soft vanilla leaves an elegant, seductive trail. Eight & Bob The Original is exclusive, perfect for showing your individuality.

Reminds me of other designer scents. A good option as a signature for all uses. I’ve smelled Fahrenheit 32 a long time ago and yes, it’s in the same line. I like it, but I wouldn’t prioritise buying it.

Perfume. I didn’t smell Fahrenheit 32 back in the day, but this is very versatile, versatile, and has a spectacular aroma. Correct longevity and a proper 4×4.

Honestly, the opening is very strong and synthetic, like a spicy lemon cleaner that gradually gives way to a scent with marine and vanilla tints, plus some resins making it denser. However, I never stop feeling something synthetic that prevents me from enjoying it 100%. The trail and dry-down are much better, but I think for all it promises (in its lore and fame), it falls short. Fortunately, I was able to try Fahrenheit 32, and if it resembles it well, especially in the vanilla texture, this Eight & Bob will appeal to a lover of that perfume. In my case, I pass. I see it as unisex, slightly more masculine, with good performance and versatile use, allowing it to be more elegant than casual. Rating: 6/10, tested from the Discovery Set.

For those looking for a replacement for Fahrenheit 32, beware, as it is misleading because the resemblance is great in the opening, but this one has much more ambergris. This note becomes much more evident in the dry-down and perhaps by the second hour the resemblance is already null. So be careful if you don’t like ambergris; I am one of those who, although Fahrenheit 32 was my favourite, decided not to buy a bottle of Eight & Bob due to the exaggerated presence of this note throughout the development.

Pure elegance. Few things I’ve smelled are so well-made, solid, and professional. The quality is impressive, and best of all, it works without fuss, with serenity. No artificial gimmicks; this is extreme quality. More than avoirdupois, it’s velvety, delicate, soft as a mink coat. A pleasant opening, almost citrusy, with a sublime floral and amber development. I repeat, it’s one of the best-thought-out scents I’ve encountered. Phenomenal performance, discreet projection, and eight hours of personal bubble. A perfume done right, 100% unisex for anyone with class.

I only tested a sample on blotter paper, and the irritation was so intense that I lost interest instantly. I never thought Eight & Bob could be so boring and cheap. The vanilla-heavy opening seemed very feminine, like harmless women trying to go unnoticed. As it dried down, the vanilla softened, but the aroma remained tedious. In short, a fiasco.

An aroma that hasn’t quite taken me. Smells like something familiar at a niche price. Opens bright and spicy, then the citrus fades, rising slightly resinous with woods and a sweet touch. I detect patchouli in the base. It has a certain sexy edge. I like it, but it doesn’t stick with me. The decant lasted well; it took some time to find the right moment. I see it as a youthful fragrance with good taste. The price confirms I won’t buy the bottle. Performance is generally correct.

It’s a refined, sophisticated, and versatile fragrance. Easy to wear and enjoy, highly recommended.

It evokes the classic, sweet perfumes of the 90s, though it is more versatile and wearable. The opening is pleasant, but over time I notice it becomes too vanilla-heavy (perhaps due to the violet), which becomes tiring. It’s not for everyday wear, but it is rich and suits any ordinary day. Within the unisex category, I would lean it more towards women. In my opinion, without diminishing its quality, it is overpriced. It has been on the market for decades with excellent marketing. EDIT: I’m not sure if it has been reformulated, as the current notes do not match the description.

This perfume opened the doors to the world of fragrance for me. How? Here is my story: I was living in London when my partner and I went for a stroll. We walked into Harvey Nichols (almost next to Harrods). At the time, I knew nothing about perfumes or brands. I sprayed one at random. We left, and throughout the afternoon, bursts of a special, rare, and addictive scent reached me; I had no idea where it was coming from. As night fell, they kept arriving. There was no doubt: it was that perfume. I got home, hung up my clothes, and the next day I had to smell them to recall the aroma. That scent took me back to the walk and what we had seen. I loved it. I thought I had to find out what it was. The problem: I didn’t know which one it was, only where it was in the shop. The following week, I took the tube, went to the shop, retraced my steps, and there it was, the bottle I had tested. This time I looked at the brand: EIGHT & BOB. I checked the price, thought to myself: I’m buying it. My surprise: 160 pounds. That’s when I understood; it was an expensive perfume, good quality, which is why it had made me return. I needed to know what it was. At that moment, I grasped the power of a perfume. Before, I didn’t wear colognes, only the typical birthday ones. Now I love them. I have many; each gives me something. I wake up and think which one to wear that day. But without a doubt, there is one that will always be special, always taking me back to the streets of London, always being the culprit of my addiction. That one will always be EIGHT & BOB.

I discovered this Eight & Bob while looking for a variant of Fahrenheit 32. I liked it very much, although it is more famous for its history and its resemblance to the discontinued Dior than for its own merits. The legend says it was JFK’s perfume, worn so much that the butler’s family relaunched it with the original formula. Olfactorily, it begins fresh with cardamom and violet leaves, over a base of soft vanilla. That combo of violet and vanilla is what makes it so similar to Fahrenheit 32, albeit with superior quality. Then come woody and creamy notes of sandalwood, with a hint of coconut, while the ambergris and vanilla keep it on the skin all day. Although it is said to have hazelnut or labdanum, it is simple: cardamom, violet, sandalwood, and vanilla. Its scent is fresh, woody, and slightly creamy, very realistic for a niche fragrance. It is versatile, suitable for casual or elegant occasions in any weather. The downsides are the performance, which is only noticeable up close, and the price, which is very high for a scent that doesn’t project much and has little sillage. You pay for the history and the presentation, which are exquisite. It is a notable substitute for Fahrenheit 32 with more quality, pleasant and versatile, although the price is what weighs the most.

So far, I believe it is the most versatile fragrance I have tried. I had the fortune of getting the book edition and was amazed by the aroma; although it is quite fresh, I think it can be used in the tundra without problems… but I suggest using it on hot days, hehe. Regarding the aroma… this one is indeed difficult for me to describe. At least, nothing similar has passed through my nose (neither designer nor niche). Something I must highlight is the packaging and the story created around this fragrance; honestly, I don’t believe a word of what they say, but the effort to write it results in a different bet that undoubtedly adds value to this EDT, which is already a 10/10.

A legend built around this perfume and its use by JFK in his youth. I won’t repeat the story, which is very well known, except to applaud those who invented that narrative, because I believe it is the best marketing in the history of perfumery. The scent itself is charming, very easy to wear, versatile, and has a chic touch that adds elegance. The ‘secret’ of its formulation must not have been guarded well for half a century, because Dior launched Fahrenheit 32 years before this original Eight & Bob came out in the 21st century. They are practically the same scent, so much so that they could be considered clones if it were not for the fact that the Eight & Bob dries down much sweeter, to the taste of millennials. That is why I do not recommend it on very hot days (+30°C), although it is not unbearable. Under the rest of the conditions, it performs perfectly. It is a luxury fragrance worth the price, with marketing and presentation that justify the cost. NOTE: 8.5/10.