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White Man Etienne Aigner, released in 2007, is classified as a masculine fragrance, falling within the spicy and floral families. This scent was born from the partnership of Pierre Wargnye and Rosendo Mateu. White Man is part of the White collection. The fragrance is presented as eau de toilette.
Brand country — France, with its deep-rooted relationship with the fragrance industry. White Man Etienne Aigner unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The composition of White Man evolves as an expressive line of development, where accents shift without rush and without gaps. The style of Etienne Aigner comes through in the way notes appear and fade. Nothing here feels random, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette keeps the right density and pace of development.
At olfactory-group level the composition is built around Aromatic, Spicy, Citrus and Whiteflower. It also reaches into Fruit, Floral, Ambery and Earthy / Mossy. At family level the fragrance belongs to Floral and Spicy.
In the first seconds you meet piquant warm opening notes: Basil, Cardamom, Coriander and Grapefruit. Exactly these 4 notes set voluminous spicy depth that gives the fragrance a clear opening statement.
In the central layer you sense Lily of the Valley, Melon and Violet holding a creamy tuberose direction. At drydown level the line is anchored through Ambergris, Oak moss, Vetiver and musk, shaping a dense amber trail.
The profile is masculine, which makes the scent profile easier to read.
In summary White Man reads as a cohesive composition — the start forms character, the heart develops the core line, and the base secures the trail. These are the fragrances best judged in wear.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Etienne Aigner |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.etienneaigner.com |
| Year of production | 2007 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Designer Parfums Ltd |
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