Score
79/100

Clive Christian No. 1

2001

“Powdered iris, ylang, and old money — the world's most expensive bar of soap.”

No. 1
powdery
woody
white floral
$710–$870Fair value
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The take

What works

  • ●Nutmeg-cardamom-lime-paprika luxurious high-quality floral masculine
  • ●Sophisticated above-average longevity

Trade-offs

  • ●Clive Christian markup is brutal
  • ●Powdery dated soapy vibe

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Notes

Top

NutmegNutmegCardamomCardamomLimeLimeMandarin OrangeMandarin OrangePaprikaPaprikaArtemisiaArtemisiaGrapefruitGrapefruitCarawayCaraway

Mid

IrisIrisYlang-YlangYlang-YlangJasmineJasmineLily-of-the-ValleyLily-of-the-ValleyHeliotropeHeliotropeRoseRose

Base

SandalwoodSandalwoodAmberAmberMuskMuskVanillaVanillaTonka BeanTonka BeanVirginia CedarVirginia CedarVetiverVetiver

Performance

Longevity
8–10 hours
Projection
Across a table
Sillage
Strong trail

Fit

Best in spring, fall, and winter, day or night. Unisex.

When

  • Spring, 91%, best
  • Summer, 49%
  • Fall, 100%, best
  • Winter, 94%, best
  • Day, 81%, best
  • Night, 98%, best

Occasions

EverydayOfficeDate nightNight out

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

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

What does No. 1 smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Creed Millesime 1849 Eau de Parfum, Guerlain Samsara Extrait, Clive Christian No. 1 Passant Guardant. Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does No. 1 last?

8–10 hours on most skin (good longevity) with heavy sillage.

When should you wear No. 1?

No. 1 is best in spring, fall, and winter, day or night. It suits almost any occasion.

Is No. 1 worth it?

At $710–$870, fine — with caveats. Nutmeg-cardamom-lime-paprika luxurious high-quality floral masculine. Sophisticated above-average longevity.