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Icon Racing by Alfred Dunhill
2017 • Men

ALFRED DUNHILL
ICON RACING

Alfred Dunhill's Icon Racing opens with a brisk combination of bergamot, cardamom, and grapefruit that instantly invigorates the senses. The citrus notes provide a bright, zesty introduction, while the cardamom introduces a subtle warmth, creating an appealing contrast. As it evolves, the heart reveals a delightful blend of orange blossom, pepper, and lavender. Here, the fresh floral notes meet a spicy kick, adding depth to the fragrance without overshadowing its initial brightness. The base notes of guaiac wood, vetiver, and musk ground the scent, offering a smooth, earthy finish that lingers without being overpowering. This fragrance is ideal for men seeking a versatile scent for the warmer months, particularly during spring and summer days. With moderate longevity and an intimate sillage, Icon Racing strikes a balance between being present and understated, making it perfect for daytime wear. It stands out in the fresh spicy category for its ability to blend warmth with freshness seamlessly. If you're in search of a fragrance that embodies an active lifestyle without feeling too bold, Icon Racing is a solid choice, reminiscent of the vibrant energy found in fragrances like Dior Sauvage but with a more refined touch.

Community Rating
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verifiedBy Fragranova Editors

Expect grapefruit and cardamom up top, with orange blossom and lavender carrying the middle of the wear. What you'll smell on skin hours in is musk, guaiac wood, and vetiver — the base does the heavy lifting here. Performance lands in the middle: dependable longevity with measured projection. Lives in the spring-to-summer window and leans daytime. Verdict: a solid mid-tier pick with broad appeal at 4.0/5.

timerLONGEVITY

4-6 Hours50%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Moderate38%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 32.9% SPRING
wb_sunny 32.9% SUMMER
eco 24.7% FALL
ac_unit 9.6% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 65% DAY
dark_mode 35% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

citrus 100%
aromatic 83%
fresh spicy 81%
warm spicy 68%
white floral 67%
lavender 66%
woody 65%
musky 58%
powdery 53%

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