Aramis Aramis 1964 Eau de Toilette

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7.8 / 10 708 Ratings

A popular perfume by Aramis for men, released in 1964. The scent is spicy-leathery. It was last marketed by Estēe Lauder Companies.

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Main accords

Spicy

Leathery

Woody

Chypre

Green

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Aldehydes

Artemisia

Cumin

Bergamot

Thyme

Clover

Gardenia

Heart Notes

Clary sage

Cardamom

Clove

Jasmine

Myrtle

Orris root

Base Notes

Tree moss

Leather

Vetiver

Amber

Musk

Patchouli

Sandalwood Coconut

Coconut

Perfumer

Bernard Chant

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Ratings

Scent

7.8708 Ratings

Longevity

7.9585 Ratings

Sillage

7.6587 Ratings

Bottle

6.8583 Ratings

Value for money

8.6261 Ratings

Submitted by DonVanVliet, last update on 07/30/2025.

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What the fragrance is similar to

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Cabochard (1995) Eau de Toilette

Cabochard (1959) Parfum

Reviews

35 in-depth fragrance descriptions

06/27/2012

10
Sillage 7.5
Longevity 7
Scent

Missk
1357 Reviews

Missk

Top Review 10

Leather for a manly-man

I've had many men approach me in the past asking for me to suggest a fragrance that is masculine and bold. Quite often I'd point them in the direction of niche lines, however now that I've found Aramis, I have no qualms directing them towards this classic gem.

Aramis has quite a punch to it. There's a fierceness to this composition that is quite attractive to a female nose. I get a lot of leather in Aramis, along with myrrh, patchouli, sage and cardamom. Although bold and a little dirty, this blend is juxtaposed with a clean soapiness, possibly brought about by the floral accords and sparkling aldehydes.

Aramis is a powerhouse fragrance, there really is no other way to describe it. It reminds me of those other classic leather scents like Robert Piguet's Bandit and Gres Cabochard, however this masculine offering is far more biting and rich.

When I smell Aramis, I picture my Grandfather in the 1940's, with his hair slicked back, wearing an expensive and fashionable leather jacket while he leans against his prized motorcycle. Had he been alive today I would have asked him if he ever wore or smelt this particular fragrance.

Aramis is a scent for strong, aggressive and masculine men. When women smell this they know they're looking at a man that knows his place, and values his masculinity and strength. I wouldn't dare try to wear this myself.

10/18/2021

9
Pricing 10
Bottle 10
Sillage 10
Longevity 10
Scent

ChicoRoch1
163 Reviews

ChicoRoch1

15

A mans fragrance. PERIOD

Take one sniff of Aramis and you are immediately transported to another era. Another time, another place. Sadly that place no longer exists. It's been replaced with all types of reformulated unisex garbage. A politically correct hellhole. A sad moment in time. Even though i have well over 100 fragrances, most of them are vintage beasts from yesteryear. I'm sorry i just don't belong in 2021. I belong in 1946, right after ww2 when EVERYONE was proud to be an American. Men were men and women were women. Respect was all around and most people were treated properly. The fragrance Aramis reflects those times with the nice clothes and leather and Artemisia notes just singing out loud all over the place all day long. I easily get 9 or 10 hours plus on the skin. Also I have to say I have at least six bottles of the stuff and every time I have a chance to buy another vintage bottle I do so without hesitation. This stuff is great it is easily in my top five a true top drawer fragrance. Thank the Lord above that the reformulated version is not too bad as they carefully did their best. However the oak Moss has been dialed down noticeably but I can live with that. Yes this fragrance is that good. Now go get some!

10/27/2023

10
Pricing 10
Bottle 8
Sillage 9
Longevity 9
Scent

HugoMontez
80 Reviews

HugoMontez

Top Review 9

Chypre leather reference

Aramis, a side brand from Estée Lauder, was created to carry masculine fragrances and this one was created for her husband. The perfumer Bernard Chant created some classic masterpieces including Grès Cabochard, Clinique Aromatics Elixir (fantastic chypre), Estee Lauder Beautiful (which i absolutely love) and this one.

For many years, this was a reference and a heavy hitter for men. Along with Caron pour un homme, Old Spice and Brut. All different but all classics.

The fragrance starts super fresh and with hints of citruses along with a sparkling nature from Aldehydes but soon the spices, moss and leather became dominant and the fargrance became more herbal, bitter, sipcy (cloves mainly) and with a leather background.

Super sophisticated, grown up and masculine. I always liked this one but found it to be very dated.

Interestingly enough, i find it more modern nowadays with the resurgence of chypres in perfumery. Even Roja or Amouage has their chypres.

I have a bottle from the 00's and it's still very strong in performance and with a higher quality level compared to the ones on the market now, but still, if you are a fan of bitter mossy leather scents, this is a must have. The newer formulas aren't as good but they are still pleasant and worth smelling.

One of the first chypre-leathers out there and still, a reference in the game. I don't reach for it often, but when i do, i understand why i still have it.

Glorious mossy leather scent.

4/5

Check out the review below of JavSantana. A very interesting and insightfull review.

06/07/2024

10
Pricing 8
Sillage 7
Longevity 8
Scent

Smirky
450 Reviews

Smirky

Helpful Review 11

Member of the Pantheon of Masculine Fragrances

Aramis is in the Pantheon of masculine fragrances, along with Kouros, Antaeus and Guilty Absolute. It's strong with very good performance for an EDT. A dominating scent and a masterpiece.

The opening is slightly citrusy and herby, maybe a little pissy. I then noticed the floral scent which finally gave way to woody/leathery scent with a herby or mossy slant. Did not notice coconut at all. There is a definite undertone of body scent. I hesitate to use "BO" because of the negative connotations. It's not underarm stink or crotch funk. It's more like clean sweat - before bacteria make it funky OR maybe better described as a musky man smell.

A great masculine fragrance - going on 60 years old and a masterpiece that's still very relevant today. Available very cheaply - only a fraction of what it would have sold for 60 years ago (inflation adjusted).

07/14/2012

jtd
484 Reviews

jtd

Very helpful Review 9

Imagine This as a New Release Today!

Aramis by Aramis is one reason among many that I love Estée Lauder. This is the only men’s non-niche stark leather chypre perfume available. It’s been in production since the 1960s, so it must have some degree of a following. Why are there no imitators trying to cash in? Along with its twin, EL’s Azurée, it is the heir to the Cabochard fortune. Of course the estate is still in probate, as nobody can determine if Cabochard is alive or dead.

I’ve seen a number of lists of notes, but to my nose it’s a bergamot-heavy, herbal, patchouli and moss blast. I’ve seen it described as floral, and if it is, it’s of the searing dry variety. I go back and forth between this and Azurée. They are notably similar side by side, and the one could easily be taken for the other in isolation. Aramis is a bit sharper, has a cooler herbal tone (clove, bay, pepper) and more patchouli. The similarities, though, outweigh the differences.

The majority of the good leather chypres come from the niche world (Rien, Cuir Mauresque) or from smaller-release houses (Bandit, Knize Ten.) This EL cheapie, though, compares favorably with the best of them. Interesting to note, it’s also outlived (or resisted lethal reformulation) Madame Jolie, Cabochard and Tabac Blond. A survivor.

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