Bottle photo  Geoffrey Beene
Bottle photo  Geoffrey Beene
Bottle photo  Geoffrey Beene
Bottle photo  Geoffrey Beene
Bottle photo  Geoffrey Beene
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Image  Geoffrey Beene
Image  Geoffrey Beene
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Eau de toilette

Geoffrey Beene Grey Flannel

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Geoffrey Beene Grey Flannel: Timeless Elegance Since 1975

Released in 1975, Grey Flannel by Geoffrey Beene immediately gained cult status as a men's fragrance, embodying the spirit of nonconformist American elegance.

This eau de toilette remains a symbol of refined style that transcends trends, attracting fans with its complex character and rich history.

The brand Geoffrey Beene, founded by the genius designer Jeffrey Beene, always aimed for elegance without rules, and Grey Flannel became the perfumed embodiment of this philosophy.

The fragrance reflects the house's DNA through bold note combinations that create the image of a confident, modern man with exquisite taste.

Behind the creation of this masterpiece is the talented perfumer André Fromentin, whose expertise balanced green, floral, and woody accords into a harmonious composition.

His work on Grey Flannel strengthened the brand's reputation as an innovator in perfumery, offering fragrances that speak more about personality than fashion.

Positioning and Character for the Modern Man

Grey Flannel is positioned as a men's fragrance, but its versatility and depth also attract women seeking something unusual.

It belongs to the Oriental and Woody families, which is reflected in its warm, rich base, perfect for cool evenings or business meetings.

With a moderate sillage, the fragrance leaves a noticeable but not intrusive trace, ideal for the office or a date.

The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 sprays on skin and 1 to 2 on clothing to highlight its multifaceted nature without overdoing it.

This fragrance unfolds gradually: starting with fresh citrus and green notes, it transitions to a floral heart and concludes with a woody base, creating a long and comfortable resonance.

It is suitable for the autumn-winter season, adding warmth and charisma to the image, but can also serve as a bright accent in the transitional seasons.

Similar Fragrances and Brand Legacy

If Grey Flannel has captivated you, it's worth noting similar fragrances, such as Chanel No. 19 with its green elegance, Carven Carven Pour Homme for lovers of classic woody notes, or The Different Company Bois d'Iris with a modern interpretation of iris.

Each offers a unique perspective on similar themes, expanding the perfumery palette.

Grey Flannel is not just a fragrance—it's a style statement that continues to inspire new generations. Its longevity and relevance prove that true elegance is timeless.

Try it to experience that very nonconformist elegance envisioned by Geoffrey Beene.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

Pyramid of Notes Grey Flannel is a masterfully crafted journey from freshness to depth.

Top notes open with a bright burst of bergamot and lemon, complemented by the green sharpness of galbanum and the tenderness of neroli with petitgrain, creating a refreshing and invigorating start.

The heart of the composition immerses in floral harmony, where iris and violet dance with rose, mimosa and narcissus, highlighted by aromatic accents of geranium and sage for complexity and sophistication.

Base notes anchor the fragrance with warm and earthy tones: cedar and vetiver add woody strength, while oakmoss and almond lend creamy softness, and tonka beans finish with a sweet trail, making the composition long-lasting and memorable.

Perfumers

Gender Male
Brand Geoffrey Beene
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country United States
Website http://www.geoffreybeene.com
Year of production 1975
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder Revlon

Composition pyramid

Bergamot
Galbanum
Lemon
Geranium
Iris
Mimosa
Almond
Cedar
Oak moss

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Fragrance characteristics

based on 15 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
High (5 to 12 hours)
4
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
73%
Unisex
20%
Female
7%
What kind of event
Date
25%
Wedding
0%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
0%
For every day
25%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
25%
Theatre
0%
Office
25%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
40%
Spring
Spring
10%
Summer
Summer
10%
Autumn
Autumn
40%
For what style / mood
Casual
25%
Gala
0%
Classic
25%
Avant-garde
25%
Romantic
25%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
0%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
33%
36-45 years
33%
46+ years old
17%
Any
17%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
12%
Enter the cloud
12%
1-2 atomisations
38%
2-3 atomisations
12%
3-4 atomisations
12%
4-5 sprays
12%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
17%
On the wrist
17%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
17%
Behind the ears
17%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
17%
On clothes
17%
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0%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
12%
Enter the cloud
12%
1-2 atomisations
38%
2-3 atomisations
12%
3-4 atomisations
12%
4-5 sprays
12%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
44%
Exoticism
11%
Luxury
0%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
0%
Joy
22%
Calm
22%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Strong
3
Bottle
Bottle
Excellent quality
5
Spray
Spray
Excellent quality
5
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
Excellent quality
5
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The fragrance simply blew me away, it's truly impressive. The opening is something else! Immediately after application, you feel the freshness of blooming lilac, grass, and hay, as well as a light scent of a broken young tree branch. It's a shame that this bright symphony of notes quickly fades, and the scent becomes softer and warmer, as if taking you back to childhood, but in a good way. Gradually, it takes on a floral-powdery hue: I clearly detect iris, violet, rose, and geranium. The perfume's longevity for a workday is excellent, and the sillage is simply powerful. The name "Grey Flannel" fits perfectly-it accurately conveys the essence of this fragrance, there's nothing to fault here. It's a kind, classic perfume that I gladly add to my favorites! 🌸
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The fragrance is powerful, of course, although it reminds me of soap with a touch of old-fashionedness. Everything is relative, and here I have philosophical reflections that, honestly, sometimes make me wish it didn't exist at all. I recall brands I don't love but respect, like Klim, Rive Gauche, and Nina Ricci. They flash in my memory, leaving their mark, albeit quickly.

It all starts with bright greenery, with musty and squeaky soapy notes - sharp and uncompromising. And then the nineteenth appears, yes, exactly it, but in a masculine version. Irises with violets, where irises clearly dominate, but don't cause sadness. This fragrance is positioned as masculine, and I agree that on some men it really looks beautiful. But not on all. Only on those who are calm, self-assured, with traditional values and a stable income. Just standing next to such a man who radiates confidence - that's a real pleasure.

But even on female skin, I can easily imagine grey flannel, recalling that very nineteenth. In the end, the fragrance turns out soft and subtle. The longevity is simply off the charts, lasting through the day and a shower. And the price? Indecently low for such quality
5/5
5
it's really strange, but there's something about it that makes you come back. every time I feel something new. for me, it's associated with the first spring flowers - narcissus, mimosa, and a light almond powder. surprisingly, it also has some unfamiliar herbs with lemon, and that gives a feeling of something healing. my husband immediately said he didn't like it, but I keep wearing the decant and for now, I like it
5/5
5
The fragrance, honestly, isn't impressive. It seems somehow overloaded, too heavy, and unbearably intrusive. I don't know how one could call this luxurious; rather, it's just an attempt to create something that stands out, but in reality, it only causes repulsion.

American? Yes, perhaps, but it's not the style one would want to wear. In the office or at a party, it will weigh on your mind, not bring joy. In church? I doubt anyone would want their scent to fill the temple.

Leather furniture and libraries? That sounds like a bad joke. In the end, it simply reminds me of some old soap that has long lost its freshness. I don't know who might like this, but I certainly don't want to deal with it
3/5
3
At first it explodes with bright green notes, like a fresh wind. Then a floral bouquet-narcissus and mimosa louder, rose hides. In the finale, velvety relaxation, but a soapy aftertaste. The scent is delicate and restrained, but there is a chill. Overall, more unisex
2/5
2
The fragrance is simply awful! In the middle, in the base, and in the drydown - it's a complete disappointment. The longevity isn't pleasing either, rather it causes bewilderment. I bought it relying on online reviews, but now I only regret it. It was praised on different websites, but in reality - it's complete nonsense
4/5
4
A fragrance that transports you back to times when life was calm and confident. It evokes a feeling of reliability and stability. "Grey Flannel" isn't just a scent, it's a true symbol of that Soviet era which left its mark in people's hearts
5/5
5
What a masterpiece, seriously! Instead of fresh greens and fragrant herbs, it just stinks like the outerwear section from Soviet times! This smell, it's like you walked into a store selling old coats and suits. Horrible! As if all those Soviet party officials decided it was cool, and now we have to put up with it. Grey Flannel, they say, was popular among officials, but why do we need it? It's not a milestone, just nostalgia for the past that we'd be better off letting go of!!! Get acquainted with it? Oh no, don't bother
5/5
5
The smell of a forest in a bottle! No arguments will make me believe that women can't use men's perfumes. This is a deep, rich green. A fragrance that is timeless, seasonless, and beyond all these gender boundaries
4/5
4
This fragrance, though old, is still trendy. It doesn't smell outdated, but rather like an eternal classic. Masculine, no doubt, and truly exemplary. Gifting it to any man, you definitely won't go wrong 🎁
5/5
5
The scent is simply amazing, the longevity is excellent, which is definitely a plus! 😍 Especially if you spray a little on your hair. You just need to wait a bit for it to unfold. Then you'll get a gorgeous sillage that will delight you with its vibrancy. The longevity is noticeable even the next day, which is just wonderful!
3/5
3
The scent, of course, isn't the simplest, but it doesn't cause repulsion either. For me, it reminds me of a masculine version of Chanel Cristalle, only sharper and more angular. There are indeed a lot of flowers here, which is quite unusual for a men's perfume. There are also notes of hay and wood. Overall, it's airy and humid, not too bright or loud. When it touches the skin, it becomes softer and calmer. The perfume is beautiful, but I wouldn't choose it for myself - too much green and flowers… )
5/5
5
Upon first acquaintance with this fragrance, I felt the bitterness of petitgrain and a bit of unripe green pea. The air carries the scent of kirza leather and black pepper. This creates the feeling of an old, tart fougère that will delight with its sound and combination of notes. With each new inhale, it softens, and upon contact with the skin, it reveals powdery and herbal accents. The fragrance is truly interesting, it changes and in the finale becomes sweetish and a little soapy. A real pleasure!
3/5
3
The scent is definitely not for everyone, it's so "ancient". I can't say it's bad, but it definitely doesn't suit me. Luckily, it's only 5 ml. I use it, of course, but without much enthusiasm
5/5
5
The fragrance is simply AMAZING! It's truly bright and bold. Floral notes clearly dominate here, but for those who prefer unisex, it might seem too sharp. There's something very masculine about it that might deter some. But if you're looking for something that stands out and gives confidence, this perfume is definitely for you

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