Red Man by Nike bottle
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Red Man

3.8/5 · 72 votes Masculine 2015
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
Black Cardamom
Base notes

Character

Longevity2.6/5
Sillage2.9/5
Day81
Night81
Spring100
Fall84
Winter69
Summer59
Our take

The late afternoon sun cuts across a wooden bench at a neighborhood park, casting long shadows over a cracked paperback and a half-empty bottle of water. Here, Red Man sits comfortably in the air. Bright lime and lemon open with a brisk, juicing freshness that feels like a cool breeze against the warmth of the day. Marigold adds a faint, slightly herbal edge to the citrus. As the minutes pass, the atmosphere shifts. Crushed black cardamom and cinnamon stir into the air, joined by the distinct, creamy richness of walnut and the sticky sweetness of Peru balsam. The scent creates a personal bubble that lingers close to the fabric of a jacket without drifting far across the grass. Palisander rosewood and patchouli ground the composition, providing a dry, woody foundation that holds its shape through the changing light but asks for a top-up once the evening settles in.

This fragrance is for the man sitting on that bench, someone who appreciates a straightforward, spicy wood that feels familiar and unpretentious. It suits a casual weekend when the air is crisp and you plan to spend hours outdoors without needing to carry a bottle in your pocket for constant reapplication. It is a good match for denim and a simple sweater, offering a warm, nutty character that complements a relaxed pace.

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