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Turnbull & Asser - 71/72 Floris 2016

8.0 / 10 27 Ratings

A popular perfume by Floris for men, released in 2016. The scent is woody-spicy. It is still in production.
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Main accords

Woody

Spicy

Fresh

Smoky

Green

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Bergamot

Juniper

Mandarin orange

Heart Notes

Iris

Jasmine

Lavender

Oud

Base Notes

Amber

Frankincense

Sandalwood

Perfumer

Penny Ellis

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Ratings

Scent

8.027 Ratings

Longevity

7.023 Ratings

Sillage

6.421 Ratings

Bottle

7.930 Ratings

Value for money

7.611 Ratings

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Interesting Facts

The fragrance is an exclusive collaboration between Floris and the men's outfitter Turnbull & Asser. Originally, 200 pieces were made. Since 2017, the fragrance is part of the permanent product range.

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Reviews

3 in-depth fragrance descriptions

12/26/2024

9Scent 7Longevity 7Sillage

Elijahrb67
120 Reviews

Elijahrb67

1

Quite pleased!

Prior to stumbling across this fragrance, I'd actually never heard of Floris. I was able to pick this up for a good price, and given that the listed notes were nothing too risky, I gave it a shot. To make it short and sweet, I'm thoroughly pleased with this fragrance, and it's an unsung star of my collection. It's a relatively simple, yet very classic and nostalgic fragrance. The opening is fresh and citrusy with a bit of peppery spice thrown in, and a wonderful juniper berry note that is actually quite present. It presents like a dry, sweet, but also bitter note that I believe is amplified by the resins in the base. As it dries it gets warm, with a woody base that is quite lively and zingy. There is a touch of florals in the dry down that add a bit of sweetness, but they're quite vague and not overly present, just enough to be somewhat recognizable. This fragrance is really nothing incredibly unique, but it somehow managed to fill a gap in my collection that I didn't know needed filled, and for that I'm glad to have it.

I managed to pick this up for a steep discount, but after checking the Floris website I noticed that this scent is quite pricey when coming directly from Floris. I don't know that it's anything incredible enough to be worth their $270 asking price, but if you can snag this one for a good discount, I think it's a more than solid, classic masculine scent with an appealing scent profile that most will enjoy!

09/21/2024

7.5Scent 7Longevity 6Sillage

LuckyDog
37 Reviews

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LuckyDog

Helpful Review 4

The Middle Management Treats Itself

71/72 is well known as the house number of Turnbull & Asser on Jermyn Street. However, this perfume could also describe its target audience; the middle management around the birth years 71/72.

One can imagine Stuart as the head of risk management at a smaller private bank, making a replacement purchase of shirts at T&A because the collars of his old ones have become frayed due to his beard growth, which is rather unseemly.

The salesperson, aware of Stuart's risk appetite when it comes to clothing purchases, recommended the then-new scent from the house years ago. Stuart has felt comfortable with it ever since - he smells well-groomed, but does not attract attention and does not steal the show from his superior with too much eccentricity.

So how does Stuart smell now?

The top note of bergamot and orange is not a "Yay, the day can begin," but rather a routine start to the day. Stuart also drinks very little tea in the morning so he doesn't go to the office too hyped up.

In the heart note, delicate floral and stronger woody aromas blend into a composition so refined that one might almost suspect Floris has distilled the essence of perfectly tailored suits. Iris and leather gently resonate, creating a classic, almost old-fashioned atmosphere. However, those expecting the powdery softness of iris may be disappointed - it remains surprisingly pale and inconspicuous. The oud, which usually brings a certain bite or spiciness to a perfume, also stays tame here and integrates seamlessly into the overall picture without standing out.

The base notes of amber and musk bring some warmth and depth, yet the perfume remains rather subtle. It unfolds like a quiet conversation but never like a room-filling presence. And herein lies the biggest drawback: Turnbull & Asser is so inconspicuous that one must wonder if it is even noticed. You really have to get close to the wearer to truly sniff the scent, which is disappointing for a perfume in this price range.

Stuart's assistant also doesn't know for sure if Stuart is wearing a perfume or just using a very fragrant soap. Like Stuart, the scent has few edges or corners. Those looking for a fragrance that remains subtly in the background might find it here - but for a perfume choice with more radiance, there are certainly better alternatives.

For anyone thinking that I am being unfair to the somewhat colorless Stuart, let me say that all my business shirts also come from the same men's outfitter, where I also make uninspired replacement purchases, and the bottle has found a place with me despite its weaknesses. Aren't we all a bit Stuart from time to time?

08/15/2016

6Scent 6Longevity 5Sillage

loewenherz
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loewenherz

Top Review 10

Beyond bespoke

In my comment on Turnbull & Assers first fragrance - created a few years ago for their 125th anniversary by Penhaligon's - I already raved about their wonderfully old-fashioned storefronts on London's Jermyn Street and Savile Row, about the Santa Claus-strict salespeople and fine tailored shirts made from combed Egyptian cotton, which is already a great joy to touch.

That the fragrance wouldn't last forever had been hinted at. And when it became known that instead there would be a new exclusive collaboration - with Floris, the only other house that qualifies for this - I was curious - as much as I had already proactively mourned Penhaligon's Turnbull & Asser. Recently, I spent a Saturday in London and, as is my habit, also passed by Jermyn Street.

71/72 is not in the very front row (as was the case with its predecessor), but rather shyly positioned at the back of the shelf. The very front row is not welcomed here; one wants to be asked - you have to like that; it’s just part of the experience. At least I was told that the exclusivity will soon be lifted - and that the fragrance will then also be available in Floris stores (and online). Penhaligon's never did that.

The fragrance, what can I say? A brief initial citrus - sweet and quite nicely done - and then a mélange of oud and amber with a few flowers - 'nice', one might say, and this 'nice' can notoriously be very disappointing. There’s hardly any soul, no memory, and no dreams - so incredibly little that is distinctive, so little originality and passion - as much passion as can be English.

Conclusion: a cash register scent. We don't want to talk about it anymore.