Quorum (1982)
by Antonio Puig

Simply put, Quorum is a masterpiece. It's a tour de force, a fougere of green and woody notes. A walk through the forest after the rain, but with a lovely tobacco and incense heart, that never leaves your skin. It's very powerful, very long lasting, never cloying, and always fresh - but the freshness is textured, deep, not just a thin citrus or soapy freshness, there's something really strong and masculine here. I love my 'club' scents like Le Male, Givenchy Pi, A*Men etc - but Quorum just exudes confidence, purpose and it's very reminiscent to me of the time I have spent in Spain, the sun going down and taking a shower - Quorum is for that clean shaven strength. AND it's 100ml for £10 at the moment on certain websites. I mean - THAT is the best fragrance bargain around, surely!

24th January, 2012.

What can I say about this fragrance that hasn't already been said? Distinctive? Certainly. Old fashioned? Rather...Classic. This is a fragrance that takes no prisoners. Wear it defiantly, or don't wear it at all.

This has been my signature scent for over 10 years, I've never had any complaints. It is forceful, certainly, but never unpleasant or overpowering. It's finish is dark and masculine, but not sickly sweet like some others of it's kind.

This is Antonio Banderas riding a horse down a long white beach with dignity and purpose, eating a steak sandwich! One for the men, boys need not apply ;-)

If this is for you, wear it with pride, if not, go for something a bit less forceful!

14th January, 2012.

A masterpiece and class of its own. I will always have a bottle in my collection and wear it. Doesn't last as long as I would like it to. If it did it would be my number one. Muchos Gracias, Senior Puig!

20th November, 2011.

After all these years, I still really enjoy this fragrance. I received Quorum as a gift shortly after its release in 1982. This was my first taste of a "real" fragrance. Oh, it really brings back fantastic memories. Yes, it is an 80's powerhouse. But it is not brash, offensive or vulgar. I think that the opening scares off many. If used correctly, Quorum is strong, manly, confident and in-charge, while still maintaining a certain smoothness throughout its lifespan. After about 2-4 hours, it evolves into what I feel is its best phase. The drydown is very manly, with its patchouli, leather and tobacco, and lasts for a very long time (10-12 hours).

It is similar to Bijan PH, which came out a year earlier. However, although they are very similar, I find Bijan PH to be "over-the-top" and aggressive. I almost always apply too much, even when I consciously go easy on application. I don't seem to have this proble with Quorum. I also find Quorum to be similar to Romeo Gigli PH, another fine fragrance with many common components.

I don't reach for Quorum that much any more. I have matured and Quorum is still the same. But I reached for it today, and I'm really glad that I did...

10th October, 2011.

A dark forest is what I picture. A weird conglomeration of spices and green. Seems to have cinnamon which isn't listed here.

When I wear it I feel like an 80s bar hopper. Smells like it would mix well with cigarette smoke and such you would find in a bar.

I don't find it to be a powerhouse. It isn't overpowering. It does fade out in its current formulation without much fuss within the period of a standard workday to a skin scent. Older formula seems a bit more crisp. Unlike other reformulations like Polo and Halston here either is acceptable.

I think this would be too brash for most regular wear. I personally don't care what I wear to those aiming to be proper it might seem to strong.

4th October, 2011.

I truly repent buying this.It's a cheap perfume and smells cheap.Rotten spices and vegetables in a bottle.yuck!!!

18th September, 2011.