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Florentine Iris by Ermenegildo Zegna

Men 2012

Perfumer
Frank Voelkl
Perfumer
Harry Fremont
Perfumer
Pierre Negrin

Description

Florentine Iris by Ermenegildo Zegna is a floral fragrance for men. Launched in 2012, this composition was created by Pierre Negrin, Frank Voelkl, Harry Fremont and Jacques Cavallier Belletrud.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 15%
  • Spring 34%
  • Summer 25%
  • Autumn 27%
  • Day 57%
  • Night 43%

Key notes

Community

606 votes

  • Positive 89%
  • Negative 7.6%
  • Neutral 3.0%
positive reviews 606 community votes
LongevityLong-lasting SillageModerate Best momentSpring CharacterUnisex

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In the collection

Leading answer I want it

1,735 votes

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Leading answer Spring

616 votes

Time of day

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Leading answer Day

343 votes

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Fragrance profile

About Florentine Iris

Main accord powdery Year 2012 Gender Men Perfumer Frank Voelkl · Harry Fremont · Jacques Cavallier Belletrud · Pierre Negrin

Florentine Iris by Ermenegildo Zegna is a floral fragrance for men. Launched in 2012, this composition was created by Pierre Negrin, Frank Voelkl, Harry Fremont and Jacques Cavallier Belletrud.

Flowers White flowers

How it wears

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Longevity

Leading answer Long-lasting

282 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

355 votes

Character

Leading answer Balanced

159 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Fair price

125 votes

Have you worn Florentine Iris?

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  1. Daniel RH

    Floral, clean and elegant. A beautiful, pleasant take on iris. Completely unisex. I’m already thinking about making it my signature scent.

    • Iris
    • Floral

  2. Very elegant, floral and fresh, as you can tell. It’s not super feminine, to be honest; I feel comfortable and masculine wearing it. The iris is lovely, and the violet reminds me of childhood candies called just that, especially at first. The longevity is very good and the sillage moderate, just right to be noticed. One of my favourites; I never get tired of using it, whether for formal events or sport.

    • Iris
    • Floral
    • Violet
    • Longevity

  3. Very elegant, floral and fresh. It’s not feminine; I feel comfortable and masculine wearing it. The iris is lovely, and the violet reminds me of childhood candies, especially at first. The longevity is good and the sillage moderate, enough to be noticed. One of my favourites; I never get tired of using it, whether for formal events or sport.

    • Iris
    • Floral
    • Violet
    • Longevity

  4. I tried this at Palacio de Hierro in downtown Mexico City. Exquisite aroma; the iris and violet really dominate. I also detected some lavender that isn’t listed. Very pretty, but it has a problem: it’s not for men! It’s marketed as such, but it smells distinctly feminine, especially when dry. Excellent for girls, but unless they want to conquer another man, better not. Side note: Madras Cardamom from this line is exquisite and isn’t listed on Fragrantica yet. The best cardamom I’ve ever smelled.

    • Iris
    • Violet

  5. I tried this fragrance at Palacio de Hierro in downtown Mexico City. Exquisite aroma; the iris and violet really dominate. I also detected some lavender that isn’t listed. Very pretty, but it has a problem: it’s not for men! It’s marketed as such, but it smells distinctly feminine, especially when dry. Excellent for girls, but unless they want to conquer another man, they shouldn’t wear it. Side note: Madras Cardamom from this line is exquisite and isn’t on Fragrantica yet. The best cardamom I’ve ever smelled.

    • Iris
    • Violet

  6. jerry drake

    I’m falling hard for this Essence Collection line, much like when you’re attracted to someone but know you’ll get into trouble (in this case, with your wallet). It’s a very good perfume, a masculine fragrance with floral essences where the iris really stands out, very natural and persistent. A proposal that smells both intense and elegant; the floral notes blend well with the musk that gives it depth. The evolution is fairly linear, slightly powdery, the bergamot is truly delicious, and the longevity is consistent, as is the sillage. I liked it; it’s delicate but noticeable.

    • Iris
    • Floral
    • Longevity
    • Sillage