Reviews of Le Dandy (1923)
by D'Orsay

At first it was all pineapple-y! But that only lasts seconds. Then it becomes a very sweet, vegetable (carrot?), rum, caramel scent. I'd almost liken it to a caramel sweetness. But again, that doesn't last long either! Maybe 3 hours of sweetness. Then it dries down to a musky, cinnamon-y smell, with a musky vanilla base that reminds me of Le Male. After the top-notes of pineapple subside, it's really a lot like Femme de Dandy (for women). Femme de Dandy is a bit more floral, whereas Le Dandy is definitely FOODY. It's a foody-fragrance. Yum!

A very sweet, boozy, and pot-pourrit like smell. Very high longevity and good sillage but you will still find yourself bringing your wrist to your nose often to smell it. It is hard to resist. It smells very sweet but not feminine.

Le Dandy is a warm, spicy slight strong boozy fragrance that is just a touch too sweet for me. It takes a dash of the dandy in your lifestyle to get away with this. It would make no sense to wear this with very crubby clothes; or with very ordinary "Everyman" apparel. The name says something, so take that into consideration. It would compliment a man who cares about how he looks and dresses, and likes warm spicy fragrances. This reminds me a bit of JHL, which I am using this Fall to increasingly good effect. Since I already have JHL, I have enough whiskey in the bathroom for now. I would not be surprised , however, if I went to Le Dandy when the JHL runs out and I can't get it anymore.

Joe

Absolutely intoxicating, it makes my eyes roll whenever I take a big whiff. Like warm brandied figs with cinnamon. Strong and long lasting. This is perfect for a romantic evening at a bar/restaurant in some tucked away private corner.

Incredibly unique. The tobacco, whiskey, and fruits combine to create a mixture that smells surprisingly like apple cider. Reminds me of a warm home during late fall or early winter. Lasts a long time, spectacular projection, not ridiculously expensive when compared to similar quality fragrances. Simply a winner in every category.

If Le Dandy is an indication, they were not the “good old days”: they were the GREAT old days. They certainly did things right in 1923—what a fantastic fragrance! Warm and effervescent, spicy and comforting, woody and rich fruity. Its plum, tobacco, and whiskey accords are dangerously addictive. It has great sillage and fantastic longevity. I bought it for evenings and holidays, and, when I mist discreetly, it’s great for the office. Phenomenal!

It's very hard to write a review of this scent without gushing like a maniac. It's one of my signature scents, a glowing warm mix of liquor, tobacco, and creamy woods. This is one of the fragrances that never fails to elevate my mood when I apply it, and it lasts over eight hours on my skin. Rare, but all the better that way!

Boozy tobacco and spices with a powdery wood base. It reminds me of Egoiste transported to a speakeasy.

Anyone whom knows me, is aware that I'm a HUGE D'Orsay fan. The tobacco, whiskey, spices (armagnac, ginger) and wood combination create a VERY different experience. Not a shy one, it will announce the wearer. In an extremely pleasant way. Perfect for an evening out.

This is one scent that I have a lot of fun wearing. It seems to be what I classify as a "fun" fragrance with all the depth and character of a sophistated scent. The top notes are strong with tobacco and whisky, while also giving place to a fruity accord that lends cheer to the typical "dark"-ness of the aforementioned notes. The middle is a surprisingly long-lasting spice, dominated by ginger, which blends masterfully with the other levels of the fragrance. Finally, the scent is rounded out by some rich woods and balsam, which lend a strong base of longevity to the scent. Wear this scent if you feel unpredictable and playfully impulsive as it could function well within the range of a casual, office, evening, or meditative scent. A wondeful and classic addition to anyone's collection.