Gentleman's grooming
The art of applying cologne or perfume is part of refined men's grooming and the timeless elegance of the true gentleman. Choosing the right men's fragrance that suits your personality creates a powerful impression and will leave a lasting impact. The English Truefitt & Hill has been a perfumer since 1805 and the expert on how a gentleman should groom himself. In this blog, these experts tell everything about the fragrance lines of Truefitt and Hill and the delicate art of applying eau de cologne.
Step 1 - Choose the right men's fragrance
Times change, trends come and go, but a true gentleman is timeless. We won't tell you here how to behave like a gentleman. According to Truefitt and Hill, the gentleman always respects women, loves life and the beautiful things in life, has a sense of taste and style, does not take himself too seriously, always knows how to control himself, and goes through life with flair and passion.
The first step is to look closely at your own personality and style and which scents suit you. Just like a tailored suit or a perfectly knotted tie, your choice of perfume must exude confidence and refinement.
1805
Are you a lover of fresh outdoor air and the scent of beach and sea? Then the 1805 cologne from Truefitt and Hill suits you well. The 1805 is a refreshing and oceanic fragrance. This captivating scent opens with refreshing citrus tones that harmonize with a floral heart of lily and jasmine and finally soft and refined scent notes of amber and musk.
Fragrance pyramid
Top notes: melon, bergamot, lemon
Heart notes: lily, jasmine, rose, herbs, moss
Base notes: musk, amberwood
Apsley
If you love the recognizable scents of smoke, leather, and wood from a chic gentlemen's club, then Apsley cologne is your scent. Apsley is allure and elegance. It is a distinctive and captivating fragrance. It starts with scent tones of refreshing grapefruit accented with fresh notes of pepper and harmonious top notes of woody vetiver. The base of cedarwood and patchouli is enriched with warm sensual musk and smoldering woods.
Fragrance pyramid
Top notes: grapefruit, pepper, lemon
Heart notes: lavender, vetiver, jasmine
Base notes: patchouli, cedarwood, musk
Mayfair
A true gentleman enjoys life and goes through it with flair and passion. The scent of Mayfair is a playful mix of floral tones, reminiscent of warm and calm summer days – carefree, playful, and intriguing. It opens with fresh top notes of lemon and mandarin, bergamot, and rosemary, with heart notes of jasmine and lavender that surprisingly blend with a honey-sweet twist of neroli and finally subtle musk notes that complete the whole.
Fragrance pyramid
Top notes: lemon, mandarin, bergamot, rosemary
Heart notes: neroli, lavender, jasmine
Base notes: musk
Sandalwood
A true classic and incredibly popular. Sandalwood is a lively and distinguished scent for the modern gentleman. It starts with soft base notes of sandalwood, musk, tonka, and amber combined with delicate fragrance notes of lavender, rose, and geranium, and finally a touch of surprising freshness from lemon, bergamot, and melon.
Fragrance pyramid
Top notes: herbs, citrus, melon
Heart notes: rose, geranium, lily of the valley, lavender
Base notes: sandalwood, amber, musk, tonka, moss
West Indian Limes
The West Indian Limes is an intriguing, refreshing, sparkling, and robust scent with lively top notes of exotic lime and bergamot combined with lilac, lavender, and rose, complemented by orange blossom. This fragrance is a tribute to the historical heritage of Truefitt & Hill and its origin in the Imperial Bouquet, a favorite of Queen Victoria.
Fragrance pyramid: lime, bergamot, lilac, apple, rose, orange blossom
Step 2 - Timing of your perfume
When is the best time to use your favorite men's fragrance or cologne? The gentleman knows exactly when to apply or not apply the right men's perfume. Ideally, you apply the scent you have chosen immediately after showering. The warm, moist skin extends the life of the fragrance and causes it to blend with your own body scents. This creates the perfect symphony of scents that lasts all day.
Timing also means using the same fragrance line from the shaving ritual through to the perfume. Make sure your cologne scent matches your favorite shaving soap and shower gel.
Step 3 - The art of sprinkling
Truefitt and Hill advises 'less is more'. The true gentleman is modest and knows how to control himself. Do not sprinkle or spray too much cologne or perfume on your skin; 1 or 2 sprays are enough. Try applying perfume on the wrists, behind the neck, or ears. These body parts emit warmth, allowing the scent to gradually release throughout the day. The ideal situation is when people around you subtly catch your scent as you pass by and become curious.
Step 4 - Let your perfume settle
Just like a good wine needs time to breathe, your cologne also needs a moment to settle. Do not rub the freshly applied perfume hard into your skin. This disrupts the delicate molecular structure and changes the intended development of the scent. Instead, let the fragrance gently rest on your skin so it can naturally develop and unfold.
Step 5 - The essence of complete men's grooming
You can elevate your daily grooming routine by using the right shaving, beard, and other care products. Make sure your favorite shaving cream and shower gel match the scent of the cologne or perfume. Don't skimp on shaving cream or shaving soap. The top-quality shaving products from Truefitt and Hill ensure a comfortable shave and an impeccably smooth and fresh shaving result.
With the perfect mix of the scent you have chosen and the essential care products from Truefitt and Hill, your day starts fresh and well-groomed, and you are ready for the day.
