I have a bit of a split personality disorder. Particularly when it comes to taste of perfumes. Usually my gentle side is dominant. Friendly, socially acceptable. Automatically, I will go for a floral or soapy perfume. Occasionally, my sinister personality makes an appearance. At such moments, only ultra-masculines like over-the-top barbershop shaving foam freshness will do the trick.
Floris No 89 seems to have the exact same split personality. A delightful opening of fine British soap, citric and floral. Fancy dandy and for a while in the same universe as my beloved "Habit Rouge” although soapier. HR remains on the dandy side, even when it dries down to its Shalimarish vanilla. However, No 89 undergoes a different transition. The oakmoss and fresh cedar gain intensity. This is where masculinity takes the overhand. Old-school gentlemanly freshness for the rest of the day.
Overall feeling goes from traditional soap to aromatic woody. Not at all modern or trendy, but great quality. Longevity and sillage are spot on. For me personally a great fit, suitable for the more casual days.
