Lapidus pour Homme Eau de Toilette by Ted Lapidus | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Lapidus pour Homme smell like?
Lapidus pour Homme is a quintessential 1980s powerhouse that refuses to be ignored. It opens with an unapologetic, chaotic burst where the herbal sharp ness of lavender, tarragon, and juniper berry cl...
The fragrance is legendary for its "beast mode" performance, with a consensus that it possesses nuclear-level sillage and longevity that can easily last over ten hours, often outperforming much more expensive niche scents.
It is frequently compared to YSL Kouros due to its "sweet and dirty" animalic profile, though enthusiasts note that Lapidus is fruitier and denser, whereas Kouros is brighter and more floral.
The value-to-performance ratio is considered one of the best in the industry; it is widely viewed as an absolute bargain for those who enjoy old-school, complex masculine perfumery.
Use cases are strictly skewed toward cooler weather and evening wear; the community warns that wearing this in high heat or a confined office space can be overwhelming for others.
Opinions are highly polarized; while some view it as a timeless masculine classic, others find the "zillion notes" opening and urinal-cake associations of the honey-musk-oakmoss blend to be an acquired taste.
