Bogart

Bogart "Signature" was released in 1975, and to me it feels like a progenitor of vintage Halston 1-12, which was released the following year. The difference between them is Bogart is slightly animalic, with what might be the first and only clear "leather" note I've ever smelled in a fine fragrance, while 1-12 never goes animalic in any way, sticking to woody resins and herbal greens. I smell only a vague similarity between Bogart and Paco Rabanne Pour Homme, particularly in the far drydown of Bogart, and still find 1-12 the closer comparative. But do I like it? Yes and no. This review is based on the oakmoss formula: I find Bogart to be a pleasant woody-green fougère that is surprisingly soft and mild-mannered, with limited projection and longevity, and likewise limited dynamism. It smells great, but it's not particularly interesting or distinctive, aside from that singular suede-like leather, and even that is very soft. One Man Show is, in my humble opinion, far better.

This smells like Irish spring bar soap.

Nose Note #1070 Take Aramis pour Homme and Paco Rabanne pour Homme. Bogart is in the middle. Not as animalic as Aramis, but still more musky than Rabanne. Similar bitter green. Super green. Aromatic, but the green accord is dominant. It's not a sophisticated scent as per imagery that it conjures up. You may call it a complex scent, but it has this vulgarity about it that's common of its times. Very old school, but more tolerable than Aramis and, say, Azzaro pour Homme. When Bogart and Rabanne dry down they are actually pretty similar to each other. Well, as are many scent of the time. Green notes, musks, aldehydes, but not as animalic this time. 6.7/10

Not the type to comment but when I saw they murdered (discontinued) such a classic scent last year I had to give my piece. Out the bottle its such a soapy mossy scent, transports me to doing laundry with my father with the mixture of all the detergents and whatever he would spray back in the day. Or just a bar of Irish Spring but way more mossier. The newer formulation sadly needs 5+ spritzes to really stand out (and it doesn't last long either) but its never been about its initial strong start, but the trail it leaves behind and those who hover close enough to you will pick up on it. Nothing but compliments I've received with this timepiece. Alas, now I can't comfortably splash myself after a shower to feel truly fresh knowing my less than half bottle will not be replaced.

Masculinity in a bottle. This scent is incredible. I'm glad I didn't gave up on it, it was worth the wait. To my nose, in the middle between Paco Rabanne Pour Homme (1973) and Puig Quorum (1981). I'm certain the perfumer for Bogart knew PRPH and the perfumer for Quorum knew both PRPH and Bogart.

It's as if Bogart was formulated specifically to adhere to each follicle of a hairy man's chest, destined to be aspirated intimately and admired via handshakes and pats on the back—for a job well done of course. It could be the smell of a young single electrician who was raised in a blue-collar Italian neighborhood or the earnest banker who has a loyal wife and two mouths to feed. Or it could be a man who cruised at the Trocadero Transfer in San Francisco or danced the night away at The Saint in New York. A double-breasted suit, casual leisurewear, or tight jeans and a white tee, Bogart is one of those macho "colognes" that is a shapeshifter that could easily mold itself onto every male phenotype. Redolent of that savory flavor of masculinity of its zeitgeist, it is dry and herbal, rosemary and pine resin melding with spiced florals, rendered assertive and standing erect. It cannot be pinned as merely a soapy fougere, green chypre, or parched leather—it's all of the above, compact, concise, fortified and effective. It's does the job, and brilliantly so, in the thick of it, stout in body, firm in handshake. Groped by geranium, caressed by a lather, dried clean on the mosses, Bogart was released at a time when a scent for a man would suggest virility at the discretion of its wearer, just before such declarations were resonant and inescapable. It represents the crossroads between Aramis and Kouros, and is one helluva good smelling artifact of its era.

Bogart. This one to me is incredibly dark and leathery, especially when it dries down. I enjoy the dark green opening, but when it gets all brown on the drydown, its too much for me.

I've been getting more into classic men's fragrances recently - Aramis Tuscany is a personal favorite - but Bogart Signature is too much for me. It's perfect if you want to smell like a heavy cigarette smoker in the 80s who's trying to cover the stale cigarette odor with cologne, but you don't actually want to smoke cigarettes for health reasons.

One of the most masculine things I've ever smelled, it's on par with motor oil, pall malls and scotch.

This is one of the manliest fragrances out there. I love this. My wife loves it too. Could not ask for more.

Just an update. I have received my bottles. They are both 2023 formulations. I am extremely disappointed. The weakest fragrances in my entire collection. Upon spraying, they smell like nothing. Nothing. Water has more of a scent. I expected a lot more from this, due to the numerous reviews I've read and videos I have watched. I'm a massive fan of the One Man Show line and Lapidus Pour Homme (made by the house of Bogart) so again, this is a disappointment. I may have received a bad batch or the bottles were stored improperly or it could be a culprit of heavy reformulation. Just a warning to other potential buyers.

Was looking if it is still available too. I think it's discontinued. Sadly

Sorry to take up a review space with a non-review, but where can you buy this? It's perennially unavailable both in the USA and in Denmark! I'm not paying $65 on ebay for a $20 fragrance...

Comparable to Quorum minus some of the smokiness. Not better, but somewhat smoother. But not as buttery smooth as Krizia Uomo. More balanced than Paco (and better). Subtler and less demanding of attention than jazzy OMS, the one on this short list that really does its own thing. Different enough from Polo that the two really can't be compared. Generally similar as they all are, Bogart is unique enough that I should wear it more often than I do. And so I will.

Bright lemon, herbal green and spicy opening. Truly in the 'barbershop' realm. The mossy green spices stay present through to the drydown, with leather and clean soapiness becoming more dominant. What a fantastic scent. On my skin it is bright, clean and masculine. Lasts a solid several hours, then remains just above a skin scent through the day. Seems to be discontinued based on the outrageous secondary prices. Another great lone lost it seems. But if you enjoy the 'dad scents' like I do (Quorum, Paco Rabanne, etc) you owe it to yourself to track this down if you can find it at a fair price.

Okay, we have a strong, dense opening of aged greenery. So, close to One Man, though simply darker. It’s a bit unsure how to behave on my skin — "how to implement creaminess? How to play acidity?" That acidity evokes Iquitos, Furyo, a bit of Quorum. The question is whether the greenery, which is useful, will fade — something the first two forgot, and the third almost forgot. I rather disagree with the opinion that this is an updated version of Paco PH; I sense some unnecessary acidity and an imperfectly crafted composition. It’s possible that Quorum is better than this, assuming it retains some greenery. Unfortunately, both are bad.

An energizing Aromatic Chypre Back in 2014, I was just getting serious in my journey into the fascinating world of perfumes when fate decided to stir the pot. I was strolling towards a store near home when my eyes landed on a tiny, overlooked pharmacy tucked beside it. That day, with the shop owner momentarily absent, I found myself wandering outside the store—and that’s when I noticed it: a perfume box boldly labeled “Bogart.” Intrigued, I stepped inside and enquired about it. The elderly gentleman at the counter admitted he wasn’t too familiar with the prices and promised to ask his son. Sensing a story waiting to unfold, I left with a spark of curiosity ignited. Determined to uncover more about this mysterious fragrance, I hurried home and scoured the web. Every review and description only deepened my desire to make it mine. Later that very evening, I returned to the store. Although the striking box had mysteriously vanished, the son was there — and he offered me a the bottle for just $6. With a quiet thrill, I paid, clutched the bottle like a treasure, and stepped back into the evening. I spritzed a little into the cap and took a deep, confirming breath. In that moment, I knew it was perfect. From the very first spray, Bogart makes an unforgettable entrance — a burst of bitter, green notes kick-started by the crisp zing of aldehydes. Imagine the lively interplay of galbanum, juniper, and a hint of lemon blossom dancing together, their brightness elevated by touches of lemon, orange, and mandarin. Just a few minutes in, a rich leather note—Iso Butyl Quinoline—begins to emerge, echoing the character of classics like Knize Ten and Chanel’s Cuir de Russie. This smoky, tarry, woody essence is beautifully intertwined with minty geranium, aromatic rosemary, and lavender, with a dash of spice added by cloves and nutmeg for that subtle dramatic flair. As the scent evolves, the initial burst of citrus gracefully gives way to a sophisticated, mossy base of oakmoss and treemoss, all supported by soft musks and cedarwood. Despite its complexity, Bogart carries an airy freshness — making it the perfect companion for those contemplative rainy days. Eventually, I exhausted that first magical bottle - and in 2024, I ordered a replacement online for around $18. Although the new batch doesn’t quite capture the full depth of the original, it faithfully echoes the signature profile—right down to listing oakmoss and treemoss among its allergens. For anyone drawn to aromatic, leather-y, mossy chypres with quiet sophistication and a hint of nostalgia, I wholeheartedly recommend giving Bogart a try. It’s an utterly engaging, and energizing, fragrance experience. 8.5/10

I gave "Signature" plenty of chances, but I could never quite get on with it. It's too harsh and linear.

I want to try this so bad but it’s hard to find apart from eBay

Maaan, I think I lucked out! I just got my bottle of Bogart Signature from Joma Shop and checked the batchcode.. Its over 11 years old!! I heard it was last refirmulated in 2010? Is that so? Anyone??

Bogart is another powerhouse fougere from the 70's. It reminds me of Paco Rabanne Pour Homme and I had a similar experience as the reviewer below me. Bogart comes across as just slightly less sweet than PRPH. Also, it seems to be a darker fragrance and a bit woodier. It goes without saying this isn't a fragrance for the bubble gum boys and cotton candy callants. If you're a guy who likes the juice that comes in fist bottles, gold bar bottles, revolver cylinder bottles and torso bottles, Bogart isn't for you. It's green, herby, a bit soapy and rough around the edges, although it's not as dirty as some from that era. A fragrance for a confident man. Longevity is quite good. I got about 9 hours out of Bogart with fairly strong sillage and projection for the first couple of hours. And surprise! - a fragrance from Bogart that actually has a decent sprayer - none of the built-in crap like the One Man Show collection. AFAIK, Bogart is not discontinued. It's currently available at Joma for $20. I'd rate Paco Rabanne Pour Homme slightly better than Bogart, but I'll definitely be keeping and using my bottle of Bogart.

This stuff is awesome if you are into this genre of fragrances. I am a big fan of Paco Rabanne Pour Homme and have often heard Bogart Signature is a very similar.fragrance. My bottle of PRPH was getting low and the curiousity was getting to me so I ordered a bottle of Bogart Signature to replace it and wow people were right. It shares a lot of simlarities specialy in the opening but then Bogart takes it in a slightly different direction. It puts an even greener and darker spin on the classic DNA. PRPH seems brighter and fresher while this comes across as darker and even more manly than Paco if that if that's even possible. The big main differences that I notice in Bogart Signature is the cedar note making it woodier along with the birch which adds a smokey note to it, also the oakmoss comes across as darker in the Bogart as opposed to the Paco. Bogart Signature lists a leather note but I don't specifically pick it up perhaps it's blending in the background with the other base notes helping to give it that darker smoother vibe. I still really like PRPH but I think Bogart Signature has surpassed it as my favorite take on the DNA. Price and performance are both great and this is definitely a hidden gem in my books. .

Is this discontinued?

• Good but simple. • This is sort of the foundational 1970s/1980s "green" fragrance to me, the reference point. It doesn't add much or push hard in any direction relative to that scent profile. • Fresh/soapy opening that slightly shifts into a more masculine, leafy dry-down. • It smells distinctly pre-millennial, but it's way too clean to be "dad juice". It's distinctly from that middle era.

Just got this one and wow. Rugged, manly, clean, fresh, piney, soapy. If taking a shower in the woods was a scent, this would be it.

This is nearly identical to Paco PH, but without the sweet note. (Paco PH is not 'sweet', it does have a very slight sweetness to it though). Good projection and longevity. For 20 bucks it's a no brainer. It's a strong, green soapy scent. And by soapy, it's detergent-like soapy.

If you are a real father, and by real father I mean a father of human children with a woman as their mother, it is your duty to wake up on Sunday morning, generously apply Bogart, and wash your car. Now, if you identify, let's say, with a more contemporary "masculinity" you can continue using your ice cream scented perfume.

Epic Journey Into the Bottled Yonder, 027 ------------------------------------------------------- Purchased May 2017 A badass, gentlemanly leather. Excellence of the extreme. This one never failed me. Inside this bottle of cool is as follows: Quorum, Polo, One Man Show, Cacharel Pour L'Homme, and Z-14. You're welcome, say no more.

New formulation. I let mine sit around for several months and it’s pretty strong. I’m hoping that the same thing happens with one man show gold edition.

Just finally got around to getting me a bottle of this. On first spray I already view it as a masterpiece. It reminds me of something of a cross between Paco Rabanne Pour Homme and British Sterling. A glance at their notes confirms they do indeed have many similarities. I'll have to do another review after I get to use it a little.