WS-C-1981

Santos de Cartier

1981Men

fresh spicy up front, then aromatic, settling into woody.

Santos de Cartier by Cartier is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Santos de Cartier was launched in 1981. The nose behind this fragrance is Daniel Moliere. Top notes are Lavender, Basil, Juniper Berries, Lemon Verbena, Bergamot, Galbanum and Neroli; middle notes are Pepper, Nutmeg, Vetiver, Rosemary, Geranium, Cloves and…

fresh spicy aromatic woody warm spicy

Nose: Daniel Moliere

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Lavender, Basil, Juniper Berries, Lemon Verbena, Bergamot, Galbanum, Neroli
Heart· 2–4h
Pepper, Nutmeg, Vetiver, Rosemary, Geranium, Cloves, Clary Sage
Drydown· 6h+
Sandalwood, Amber, Coconut, Patchouli, Cedar, Vanilla

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

82%

69%

35%

25%

23%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Winter38%Fall35%Spring18%Summer8%Night64%Day36%Wears male75%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Santos de Cartier smell like?

fresh spicy up front, then aromatic, settling into woody. Dominant accords: fresh spicy, aromatic, woody.

What notes are in Santos de Cartier?

Top: Lavender, Basil, Juniper Berries, Lemon Verbena, Bergamot, Galbanum, Neroli. Heart: Pepper, Nutmeg, Vetiver, Rosemary, Geranium, Cloves, Clary Sage. Base: Sandalwood, Amber, Coconut, Patchouli, Cedar, Vanilla.

How long does Santos de Cartier last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Santos de Cartier loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Santos de Cartier best for?

Winter is the top pick (38%). Fall is second at 35%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Santos de Cartier?

Night wear leads at 64%. Day is a secondary pick at 36%.

Is Santos de Cartier for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 75% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Santos de Cartier?

Composed by Daniel Moliere. Released in 1981.