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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.”

The Icon Eau de Parfum
fresh spicy
aromatic
woody

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

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
4–6 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Spring and daytime work too. Leans masculine.

When

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

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: Hugo Boss Boss The Scent Absolute (50%), Giorgio Armani Armani Code Absolu Gold (50%). 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 fall and winter, at night. Spring and daytime work 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.