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Yesterday for Gentlemen - now for Nostalgics
Marbert is one of those German brands that I associate more with being affordable and relatively old-fashioned. The bottles somehow convey that impression, although I think some people might have had their first early fragrance experiences with Marbert.
Gentleman stands out a bit visually, even though its name suggests that it could be quite down-to-earth.
As a mini and thus a test candidate, I unfortunately only have the After Shave, but olfactorily it already makes quite an impression. This Gentleman reveals itself as a versatile kaleidoscope from the deepest 80s, with wonderful hints of floral to spicy-citrus notes in the opening. In addition to bergamot, the heart features primarily galbanum, along with a bit of mugwort and a touch of tarragon.
Later on, traces of rose, jasmine, and a little patchouli with cedarwood can be noted. This feels quite mature and is likely intended to appeal more to the older generations rather than the younger crowd.
For in the base, the true masculine notes emerge, such as musk, civet, and a small amount of leather, giving the Gentleman its slightly animalistic touch. Also present are a bit of oakmoss and, above all, plenty of incense.
I think nowadays only nostalgics can really appreciate this, less so the gentlemen who would consider themselves as such - the dosage feels a bit too out of sync with the times. But that’s how fragrances were over 30 years ago: somewhat lush, animalistic, and not necessarily subtle, but certainly intriguing, valuable, and worthy of a tip of the hat!
For me, one of the truly most interesting Marberts.
Gentleman stands out a bit visually, even though its name suggests that it could be quite down-to-earth.
As a mini and thus a test candidate, I unfortunately only have the After Shave, but olfactorily it already makes quite an impression. This Gentleman reveals itself as a versatile kaleidoscope from the deepest 80s, with wonderful hints of floral to spicy-citrus notes in the opening. In addition to bergamot, the heart features primarily galbanum, along with a bit of mugwort and a touch of tarragon.
Later on, traces of rose, jasmine, and a little patchouli with cedarwood can be noted. This feels quite mature and is likely intended to appeal more to the older generations rather than the younger crowd.
For in the base, the true masculine notes emerge, such as musk, civet, and a small amount of leather, giving the Gentleman its slightly animalistic touch. Also present are a bit of oakmoss and, above all, plenty of incense.
I think nowadays only nostalgics can really appreciate this, less so the gentlemen who would consider themselves as such - the dosage feels a bit too out of sync with the times. But that’s how fragrances were over 30 years ago: somewhat lush, animalistic, and not necessarily subtle, but certainly intriguing, valuable, and worthy of a tip of the hat!
For me, one of the truly most interesting Marberts.
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