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Business Man by Simone Andreoli
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Business Man

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3.56133 votes · 28 reviewsUNISEX

Business Man is a crisp green citrus scent built around grapefruit, black currant, cut grass and vetiver. It opens bright and slightly tart, then settles into a dry, leafy, woody finish that keeps the profile clean and restrained. It usually makes the most sense in spring and summer, especially daytime wear. If you like sharp, green freshness more than sweetness or heavy.

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362 VOTES
LONGEVITY
70
Long
58 votes
SILLAGE
60
Strong
67 votes
LOVE / HATE
56
Neutral
87 votes
PRICE VALUE
43
Fair
17 votes
RR SCORE
66
Well supported
133 votes
Ratings133
Reviews28
OVERALL62Well regarded362 votes
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The performance profile suggests moderate longevity with mostly intimate to moderate projection. That usually fits the style, since fresh green fragrances often feel brightest early on and then settle closer to the skin. It can work well for daytime wear, but anyone expecting big projection or all-day power should keep expectations measured.

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Business Man wears as a green aromatic citrus with a tart, leafy opening and a drier vetiver finish. Grapefruit and black currant give the top a sharp, bright edge, while grass and cassis leaves push the scent into fresh-cut greenery rather than juicy fruit. The base looks clean, woody and earthy instead of sweet.

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The main accords feel tightly aligned in wear. The green accord is the core impression, supported by aromatic freshness and a citrus top that keeps the opening brisk. Fruity touches add tartness rather than sweetness, while woody and earthy facets from vetiver help the scent dry out into something more composed and slightly sharper.

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It looks easiest to wear in spring and summer. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.

Pros & Cons

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WHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT

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Crisp green citrus opening

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Dry vetiver finish adds structure

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Works well in spring and summer

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Daytime and office-friendly style

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Unisex scent with a cleaner profile

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Fresh without becoming sugary

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Distinct grassy character

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Moderate projection suits close wear

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Good fit for vetiver fans

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Feels polished and restrained

WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR

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May feel too sharp for some wearers

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Not ideal if you want sweetness

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Fresh style may wear softly on skin

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Projection is not especially bold

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Could read more masculine than expected

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Grass note may feel austere

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Limited warmth for evening wear

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Value perception looks mixed

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Not a safe blind buy for everyone

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Dry-down may feel understated

Fragranxe Review

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“Simone Andreoli Business Man Review”

Business Man is one of those fragrances that tells you its direction almost immediately. The structure is built around grapefruit, black currant, cassis leaves, grass and vetiver, and it wears exactly in that green, brisk register. The opening should come across bright and tart first, with the grapefruit giving it lift while the black currant side adds a slightly darker, more aromatic fruit tone rather than obvious sweetness.

What makes it interesting is the contrast between fruit and greenery. This is not a juicy citrus cologne and it is not a soft woody freshie either. The grass and cassis leaf effect gives it a cut, leafy sharpness that can feel a little brisk and urban. As it settles, the vetiver pulls the scent downward into something drier, earthier and more composed. That dry-down is likely the part that decides whether you enjoy it or not.

On skin, Business Man seems best suited to people who like freshness with structure. The accord profile is strongly green, aromatic and citrus-led, with fresh and woody facets following behind. That usually means a scent that feels cleaner and more disciplined than playful or seductive. If you want sweetness, creaminess, amber warmth or a plush texture, this probably will not scratch that itch. If you want a fragrance that smells crisp, tidy and slightly severe in a good way, it makes more sense.

Seasonally, the data points clearly toward spring and summer, and that fits the composition. The cut-grass and citrus feel should read most naturally in mild to warm weather, especially during the day. It also looks like an easy office fragrance on paper, since the scent profile is fresh and the projection votes lean more intimate to moderate than loud. That makes it a reasonable option for work settings, commuting and daytime social use where you want something polished without a heavy trail.

Performance appears balanced rather than dramatic. The votes suggest moderate longevity overall, with some people getting longer wear and others finding it weaker, which is common with fresh green styles. Sillage also looks mostly intimate to moderate. In practical terms, that means Business Man may wear as a close-to-skin scent after the opening, especially if your skin tends to absorb fresher formulas quickly.

The biggest reason to sample first is style preference, not risk of overload. Business Man does not look built to impress through sheer volume or sweetness. Its appeal is more specific: tart grapefruit, leafy green bite, and a dry vetiver finish that can feel smart, cool and a little reserved. For the right wearer, that restraint is exactly the point. For someone wanting a richer or more universally crowd-pleasing scent, it may feel too sharp, too dry, or simply too understated.

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What does Business Man by Simone Andreoli smell like?+

It smells green, citrusy and aromatic, with grapefruit brightness, black currant tang, fresh-cut grass and a dry vetiver base. The overall effect is crisp, leafy and lightly woody rather than sweet.

Is Business Man a sweet fragrance?+

Not really. The fruity side comes more from black currant and cassis than dessert-like sweetness, so it reads sharper and fresher than sugary.

Does Business Man lean masculine or truly unisex?+

It is marketed as unisex, but the voting data leans more masculine. In wear, it is likely to suit anyone who enjoys dry green vetiver and citrus styles.

When should you wear Business Man?+

It looks best suited to spring and summer, with a clear daytime profile. The fresh green structure makes it an easy choice for work, casual daytime use and warm weather.

Is Business Man office-friendly?+

Yes, it appears fairly office-friendly because the scent profile is fresh, clean and more restrained than loud. Its sillage votes also suggest it often stays moderate rather than overwhelming.

How long does Business Man last?+

The longevity data points to moderate wear overall, with some users finding it longer lasting and others finding it weaker. Expect a fresh scent with balanced rather than extreme staying power.

How strong is the projection?+

Projection appears mostly intimate to moderate. That suggests it can stay fairly close after the opening instead of filling a room.

Who will enjoy Business Man the most?+

It may suit wearers who like green fragrances, vetiver-led freshness and citrus openings that feel polished rather than playful. If you enjoy grassy, dry, aromatic compositions, it is worth sampling.

What are the main notes in Business Man?+

The listed notes are grapefruit, black currant, cassis leaves, cut grass and vetiver. Together they build a tart green opening with an earthy woody dry-down.

Is Business Man better for hot weather or cold weather?+

Hot to mild weather looks like the better fit. The green, citrus and fresh accords are more naturally at home in spring and summer than in deep winter.

Rankings

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Overall#11,235
Top Rated#18,956
Most Reviewed#7,123
Best Longevity#8,874
Best Sillage#20,737
Price Value#67,157

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