Sun Java for Men by Franck Olivier
Men 2005
Description
Sun Java for Men by Franck Olivier is an aromatic fougère fragrance for men, launched in 2005. The top notes are orange, mandarin, mint, and bergamot; the heart notes are watermelon and geranium; and the base notes are vanilla, amber, musk, and sandalwood.
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Key notes
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Top
orange
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Heart
Watermelon
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Base
vanilla
Community
255 votes
- Positive 85%
- Negative 11%
- Neutral 4.3%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
785 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
255 votes
Season
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Time of day
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Fragrance profile
About Sun Java for Men
Sun Java for Men by Franck Olivier is an aromatic fougère fragrance for men, launched in 2005. The top notes are orange, mandarin, mint, and bergamot; the heart notes are watermelon and geranium; and the base notes are vanilla, amber, musk, and sandalwood.
Green, herbal and fougère Fruits, vegetables and nuts Flowers Spices Musk, amber and animalic
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
157 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
192 votes
Character
Leading answer Leans masculine
100 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
91 votes
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Community reviews
16 reviews
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Smells like the Altamir by Ted Lapidus but without being so vanilla. It’s a perfume that smells exactly what it costs, don’t expect more. Sweet, pleasant, it doesn’t stand out; I don’t see anyone over 30 using this.
Smells exactly like Ted Lapidus Altamir but without the heavy hazelnut notes. It’s a perfume that smells exactly as much as it costs. Sweet and pleasant, it doesn’t draw too much attention. I don’t see anyone over 30 wearing it.
I bought it without smelling it, simply for the $9 price tag, and gifted it to my boyfriend. I was absolutely blown away by its evolution: it starts very citrusy, turns sweet, and finishes with an exquisite musky base. I love it so much I feel like eating my boyfriend.
Spectacular for the price. A more than decent performance. It cost me $15, what more could one ask for? It resembles the Wildcard by Jo Milano very closely. Very versatile, it could be worn without issue in winter as well as summer.
Absolutely spectacular for the price! The longevity is decent. I paid $15, so what more could one ask for? It bears a striking resemblance to Jo Milano Wildcard. It’s very versatile; I would have no problem wearing it in winter as well as summer.
I purchased this at the Dolphin Mall in Miami in 2019 while looking for Michael Kors Michael. At a stall in the mall, I found this Sun Java and they offered it to me. I had never heard of it. As a perfume enthusiast, I bought it and loved that it smelled of watermelon. I wore it, received compliments, and felt energised. A lovely memory, and I will buy it again.
I bought this based on these reviews, so it wasn’t a blind purchase. I find it very feminine, with no citrus or fresh notes; it’s more sweet, almost cloying. It resembles Tacón de Mujer. I definitely did not like it, and now it lasts an eternity.
Hello, I’m from Chile, I bought it on the app for $15 (incredibly cheap); I bought it blind solely based on user reviews on this page and frankly, I didn’t like it much at first impression. However, after using it and seeing its evolution, I definitely LOVED it. Very good longevity, around six hours. A trail that extends beyond outstretched arms for about two hours, then reduces slightly but is still very noticeable; as for the trail, I’d say around four hours. What I perceive most is the vanilla, bergamot, and the powdery scent that clings to the skin. I received three compliments on the aroma in two days. A perfume for people aged 35 to 50.
Hello, I’m from Chile. I bought it on the app for $15 (extremely cheap), blind, just because of the reviews on this page. At first, I didn’t like it much, but after testing its evolution, I definitely LOVED it. Very good longevity, about six hours. The trail extends beyond outstretched arms for about two hours, then drops a bit but is still very noticeable; in total, I’d say around four hours. What I perceive most is the vanilla, bergamot, and that powdery scent that sticks to the skin. I received three compliments in two days. A fragrance for people aged 35 to 60.
A pleasant surprise with this perfume; it’s a very agreeable scent that brings many compliments. It has a citrus and fresh opening, then becomes slightly sweeter (vanilla and fruity) and powdery. It has very good longevity, lasting more than eight hours on my skin. Very versatile, suitable for any time of day and weather. What more can I say? It’s a great fragrance considering the quality-to-price ratio. It’s very economical and smells wonderful.
A delightful surprise with this perfume; it smells very well and has earned me plenty of compliments. It has a fresh, citrus opening, then turns slightly sweeter (vanilla/fruity) and powdery. It has excellent longevity, lasting over eight hours on my skin. It’s very versatile for any time of day or weather. What more can I say, it’s a great fragrance considering the quality-to-price ratio. It’s very economical and smells luxurious.
It was a blind purchase and I have no regrets. Fresh, very fresh. The notes of orange and watermelon are very clear, with a very subtle sandalwood. I loved it and recommend it. For its value, it’s excellent.
What a FANTASTIC fragrance by Franck Olivier! Incredible value for money, it’s economical. Very versatile, suitable for men from 20 to 70 years old. I really like the scent it leaves in the air. I seriously invite you to go to a perfumerie to try this Sun Java by Franck Olivier Paris. It’s rare not to like it, but you’ll have to admit it SMELLS VERY GOOD. Highly recommended! Best regards.
What a wonderful perfume by Franck Olivier! The price-to-quality ratio is brilliant and it’s super economical. It’s very versatile, suitable for anyone from 20 to 70 years old. I love the trail it leaves in the room. I invite you to visit a perfumerie to try this Sun Java by Franck Olivier Paris; it’s rare not to like it, but you’ll have to admit it smells fantastic. Highly recommended, greetings.
Suddenly I found Franck Olivier in a shop that offered two at a promotional price; I didn’t hesitate for an instant to take the White & Black for men. Both are exquisite: the White is floral, herbal, and fresh, while the Black is more intense, sensual, and aromatic. Unfortunately, the White only lasted three hours, whereas the Black still lingers on my skin after six. For how economical they are, they are worth the performance, totally recommended.
Smells great; those opening citrus notes aren’t aggressive, they sound more like watermelon cream or talc. A friendly fragrance that won’t let you down for the price.