Only The Brave
amber up front, then citrus, settling into leather.
About
Only The Brave by Diesel is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Only The Brave was launched in 2009. Only The Brave was created by Alienor Massenet, Olivier Polge and Pierre Wargnye. Top notes are Amalfi Lemon and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Violet, Virginia Cedar and Coriander; base notes…
Noses: Olivier Polge · Pierre Wargnye · Alienor Massenet
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- 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.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Only The Brave smell like?
amber up front, then citrus, settling into leather. Dominant accords: amber, citrus, leather.
What notes are in Only The Brave?
Top: Amalfi Lemon, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Violet, Virginia Cedar, Coriander. Base: Amber, Leather, Benzoin, French labdanum, Styrax.
How long does Only The Brave last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Only The Brave loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Only The Brave best for?
Spring is the top pick (35%). Summer is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Only The Brave?
Day wear leads at 65%. Night is a secondary pick at 35%.
Is Only The Brave for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 67% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Only The Brave?
Composed by Olivier Polge and Pierre Wargnye and Alienor Massenet. Released in 2009.
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