Score

79/100

Antonio Banderas The Icon Eau de Parfum

EDP2022

“Peppery grapefruit sliding into warm suede — a cold-weather evening cologne that punches above its price.”

fresh spicy

aromatic

woody

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The take

What works

●Spicy-fresh opening over a warm suede-benzoin drydown
●A safe blind buy for fall and winter
●Quality sprayer and bottle

Trade-offs

●Settles into a skin scent — spray generously
●Too warm for peak summer

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Notes

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Mid

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Performance

Longevity

4–6 hours

Projection

Arm's length

Sillage

Soft trail

Fit

Best in spring, fall, and winter, at night. Daytime works too. Leans masculine.

When

Spring, 78%, best
Summer, 30%
Fall, 99%, best
Winter, 92%, best
Day, 68%, works
Night, 100%, best

Occasions

Everyday Office Date night

Gender

Leans masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Icon Eau de Parfum smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Boss The Scent Absolute, Armani Code Absolu Gold. Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does The Icon Eau de Parfum last?

4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear The Icon Eau de Parfum?

The Icon Eau de Parfum is best in spring, fall, and winter, at night. Daytime works too. It suits everyday wear, the office, and date nights.

Is The Icon Eau de Parfum worth it?

At this price, fine — with caveats. Spicy-fresh opening over a warm suede-benzoin drydown. A safe blind buy for fall and winter.