Ocean by City Parfum bottle
City Parfum

Ocean

4.3/5 · 3 votes Masculine
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity3.0/5
Sillage2.5/5
Day100
Night0
Fall100
Spring0
Summer0
Winter0
Our take

The first spray delivers a bright citrus burst that feels like standing outside on a clear afternoon. Anise enters soon after, adding a cool, licorice-like sharpness that cuts through the brightness. Ivy brings a leafy, green edge that keeps the opening from feeling like a standard cleaning product. Sandalwood grounds the middle layer with a smooth, creamy texture. Patchouli adds a dark, earthy weight that sits heavily against the lighter top layer. Vanilla provides a soft sweetness that rounds out the sharper spices. Tobacco lends a dry, slightly rugged smell that feels appropriate for a walk through fallen leaves.

The blend creates a woody, warm spicy impression that sits comfortably between fresh and dark. The powdery facet softens the transition between the green heart and the resinous base. The anise can dominate if the air is still, pushing the composition toward a scent that smells more like licorice candy than a traditional masculine fragrance. The synthetic edge on the citruses sometimes clashes with the natural feel of the sandalwood. It lacks a distinct personality, often smelling like a generic interpretation of a fresh autumn morning rather than a specific creative statement.

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