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What does 1697 smell like?

1697 by Frapin is a complex, boozy gourmand that feels like stepping into a private cellar or a dimly lit mahogany-paneled library. It opens with an immediate hit of spiced rum and davana, creating a...

Details

House: Frapin
Concentration: Absolu De Parfum
Gender: unisex
Year: 2011
Longevity: 7.6 / 10
Sillage: 7.0 / 10
Scent Profile: Spicy, Woody, Sweet, Fruity, Gourmand
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Evening, Night Out
Perfumer: Bertrand Duchaufour

Community Insights

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Enthusiasts generally classify this as a fragrance for cold weather, noting that the heavy spices and boozy accords perform best during fall and winter evenings.
While the house of Frapin is sometimes critiqued for creating beautiful scents with fleeting performance, 1697 is considered one of their more robust offerings, typically outlasting the fresher citrus-leaning scents in their lineup.
The scent is frequently cited as a key example of the "boozy gourmand" genre, with many comparing its sophisticated use of rum and dried fruit to high-end cognac or aged spirits.
It is widely regarded as a unisex fragrance, though some find the heavy clove and wood notes lean slightly masculine, while others find the vanilla and tonka bean dry down leans feminine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 1697 stay on the skin for a long time?+

Compared to lighter Frapin offerings like L'Humaniste, 1697 has significantly better longevity. It is known for lasting through an entire evening and often remains as a faint, sweet skin scent into the following morning.

Is this appropriate for the workplace?+

Given its spicy and boozy profile, 1697 is better suited for leisure, evening events, or nights out. The prominent rum and clove notes may be a bit too heavy or unconventional for a conservative business environment.

How does the "boozy" note compare to other fragrances?+

Many users find the rum note in 1697 to be more realistic and "aged" than typical alcoholic notes. It lacks the sharp chemical sting found in some cheaper compositions, instead smelling like a well-integrated, syrup-laden spirit.

Is 1697 very sweet?+

While it is a gourmand, the sweetness is tempered by dry woods, resins like labdanum, and earthy patchouli. It is more of a "dark" sweetness—think dried fruits and resins rather than sugary candy.

Appears in Collections

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What does 1697 smell like?

1697 by Frapin is a complex, boozy gourmand that feels like stepping into a private cellar or a dimly lit mahogany-paneled library. It opens with an immediate hit of spiced rum and davana, creating a...

Details

House: Frapin
Concentration: Absolu De Parfum
Gender: unisex
Year: 2011
Longevity: 7.6 / 10
Sillage: 7.0 / 10
Scent Profile: Spicy, Woody, Sweet, Fruity, Gourmand
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Evening, Night Out
Perfumer: Bertrand Duchaufour

Community Insights

0

Enthusiasts generally classify this as a fragrance for cold weather, noting that the heavy spices and boozy accords perform best during fall and winter evenings.
While the house of Frapin is sometimes critiqued for creating beautiful scents with fleeting performance, 1697 is considered one of their more robust offerings, typically outlasting the fresher citrus-leaning scents in their lineup.
The scent is frequently cited as a key example of the "boozy gourmand" genre, with many comparing its sophisticated use of rum and dried fruit to high-end cognac or aged spirits.
It is widely regarded as a unisex fragrance, though some find the heavy clove and wood notes lean slightly masculine, while others find the vanilla and tonka bean dry down leans feminine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 1697 stay on the skin for a long time?+

Compared to lighter Frapin offerings like L'Humaniste, 1697 has significantly better longevity. It is known for lasting through an entire evening and often remains as a faint, sweet skin scent into the following morning.

Is this appropriate for the workplace?+

Given its spicy and boozy profile, 1697 is better suited for leisure, evening events, or nights out. The prominent rum and clove notes may be a bit too heavy or unconventional for a conservative business environment.

How does the "boozy" note compare to other fragrances?+

Many users find the rum note in 1697 to be more realistic and "aged" than typical alcoholic notes. It lacks the sharp chemical sting found in some cheaper compositions, instead smelling like a well-integrated, syrup-laden spirit.

Is 1697 very sweet?+

While it is a gourmand, the sweetness is tempered by dry woods, resins like labdanum, and earthy patchouli. It is more of a "dark" sweetness—think dried fruits and resins rather than sugary candy.

Can this fragrance be worn in the summer?+

Most people find 1697 overwhelming in high heat and humidity. The spices and resins can become cloying when it is warm; it is much better suited for the crisp air of autumn and winter.

Are the floral notes very prominent?+

The jasmine, rose, and ylang-ylang are secondary players. They serve to round out the edges of the woods and spices, providing a velvety texture rather than a clear floral bouquet.

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