Passion for Men (1989)
by Elizabeth Taylor

Considering that this is such a budget fragrance, I must say that it is one of my favourites.
Initial impression when first applied is that it's quite heavy and spicy, but after a while it settles and releases a gentle almost floral tone.
Low budget but high on my list of favourites.

7th November, 2011.

I read there's galbanum in this. I don't know- there isn't a trace of that green goodness that I can tell, though it is resinous. I'll bet dollars to donuts that, being a creation of the 80's, Passion for Men had a little more floral spice to the heart. These days it's little more than an afterthought. All that aside I have to say I like this one. Somehow the bergamot, tonka, and styrax give off a sweet, aromatic powder-and-wax accord that initially reminded be of the wonderful Burberrys #2.
For those who haven't yet tried Passion, the fruity top lingers like a ghost, barely perceptible but certainly there, while the base is most of what you'll actually get : Tonka, Oakmoss, Amber, Benzoin, Vanilla, Styrax, and some Cinnamon to keep it a little spicy. This is pretty attractive stuff.
I heard there was a concentree version in the 90's. If anyone unearths a spare sample or bottle, do let me know.

21st April, 2011.

The strong usage of lavender anchors it to tradition even if the scent is not dated on me but sophisticated in a classic way. The nutmeg is prominent with woods, vanilla, patchouli and incense. The neroli-styrax accord is a key element. The opening is traditionally fresh and citrus while the heart is floral. The outcome because of styrax, balsams, vanilla and tonka of the base is powdery and romantic in a masculine way. Some flowers as jasmine combined with fruits impress to the scent a touch of sophistication and sweetness. I think this fragrance is pleasant and unexpected. Underrated.

28th March, 2011. (Last Edited: 29th March, 2011.)

It is really spicy but still sweet and tender.Wear it for romantic evenings.Draws compliments.I like it

26th March, 2011.

Great and inexpensive oriental for men. Lasts a long time, and projects well. I know at one point there was talk it had been discontinued, but I certainly have no trouble finding it in stores.

11th March, 2011.

Passion for Men is a very underrated fragrance! Perhaps the bottle is to blame, or perhaps the very 'unmanly' name, but PfM is really very good... and despite Luca Turin's mediocre review.

Yes, it is kind of sweet and powdery in much the same way as Jaipur Homme and Stetson. And yes, it is very inexpensive.

But you know... there aren't very many inexpensive oriental fragrances available for men nowadays. This is one of them, and if you like that sort of thing, then you should buy PfM without much worry.

16th January, 2011.