This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7
If you love summer scents but hate smelling like artificial sunscreen or sugary fruit punch, This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 was made for you. This fragrance captures the relaxed feeling of an upscale seaside hotel, blending ozonic sea breeze and lactonic coconut water with elegant white rose and frangipani petals. It is built for creative professionals, casual explorers, and intermediate collectors who want a clean, artistic signature scent that works from daytime desk work straight into patio dinners. The dry foundation of warm sandalwood, white musk, and soft leather gives it a grounded, grown-up finish that defies simple floral stereotypes. Anyone seeking a clean, genderless warm-weather perfume with real backbone and surprising longevity will find a great everyday companion here.
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Longevity averages between 6 and 8 hours on skin, stretching past 12 hours on clothes and fabric. Projection is lively during the first 2 hours, pushing out 3 to 4 feet, before settling into an intimate 1-foot scent bubble that stays polite in close quarters.
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This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 opens with a clean, breezy mist of ozonic notes, bright pink pepper, and refreshing coconut water. Its heart blooms with creamy frangipani petals and sweet lily of the valley, before drying down into smooth sandalwood, clean white musk, and a subtle edge of dry leather.
Main Accords
10 MAPPEDThe dominant tropical and floral accords hit the skin first with creamy coconut and sunny yellow blossoms that smell like fresh luxury bath soap. Over the next three hours, powdery lactonic notes soften into a crisp musk, while underlying woody and dry leather accords gradually surface to give the base a dark, modern backbone.
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It looks easiest to wear in summer and spring. The vote picture leans most toward daytime. It makes the most sense for casual wear and work.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Invigorating opening blend of coconut water and ozonic notes
Reliable 6 to 8 hour longevity on warm skin
Projects well for the first two hours without filling the entire room
True unisex versatility that bridges floral sweetness and dry woods
Clean, upscale hotel soap vibe ideal for spring and summer days
Polite and appropriate for modern office and workplace settings
Available in accessible 15ml, 60ml, and 120ml bottle sizes
Daring composition crafted by master perfumer Julien Rasquinet
Subtle leather base prevents it from smelling like basic suntan lotion
Lasts over twelve hours when sprayed onto clothing fabrics
Great choice for fragrance collectors tired of generic citrus colognes
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Not a safe blind buy due to the unexpected leather base
Synthetic woody fixatives can feel sharp to sensitive noses
Can feel heavy and cloying in extreme humidity above 90 degrees
The contrast between tropical flowers and leather can be divisive
Some wearers detect an industrial or public bathroom soap note
Lacks the sweet gourmand richness some coconut lovers expect
Becomes a quiet skin scent after the third hour of wear
Can smell slightly dated or soapy on dry, cold skin
Niche price point might feel high for a casual everyday scent
Top ozonic freshness fades quickly within thirty minutes
Difficult to find on discount shelves and requires official sampling
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7: A Bold Tropical Wood Blend”
Spray This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 onto your arm and you are greeted by an immediate, fizzy blast of high-pitched ozonic air, tingling pink pepper, and light coconut water. This is not the thick, syrupy coconut found in piña coladas. It is airy, watery, and remarkably fresh, almost like opening a window in a coastal hotel room after the floors were just cleaned with high-end floral soap. The first twenty minutes radiate off the skin with energetic brightness, catching people's attention without suffocating the room.
As the ozonic surge settles, the heart emerges with a lush mix of frangipani blossoms, sweet white rose, and dewy lily of the valley. Here, the fragrance feels warm, sun-drenched, and creamy. Yet just when you expect it to settle into an easy-going beach vacation scent, the composition takes an intriguing turn. Darker, firmer undertones begin peeking through the floral petals, hinting at the dry woods and leather waiting quietly in the base.
On the skin, this perfume exhibits a fascinating dual personality. On one side, you have creamy tropical florals and lactonic coconut providing a clean, sunny softness. On the other side, perfumer Julien Rasquinet anchors the structure with dry sandalwood, a whisper of dark agarwood, and a distinct leather accord. On some skin types, this contrast reads like a chic leather jacket worn over freshly laundered linen. On others, the synthetic woody fixatives and leather can feel slightly sharp, giving off an industrial or soapy punch that catches casual sniffers off guard.
Performance is dependable and surprisingly stout for a fragrance featuring tropical florals. You will get strong projection for roughly the first two hours, radiating three to four feet around you, before it pulls back into a comfortable personal bubble. Longevity easily reaches six to eight hours on warm skin, while lingering on shirt collars and jackets for well past twelve hours. It is naturally suited for sunny spring mornings, summer afternoons, and casual daytime workplaces where moderate sprays feel clean, polite, and uplifting.
Because of its balanced composition, This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 wears effortlessly as a true unisex fragrance. The floral frangipani and coconut opening will appeal to fans of bright summer scents, while the drydown of sandalwood, musk, and leather keeps it grounded enough for wearers who usually avoid sweet perfumes. It is best suited for intermediate fragrance lovers and adventurous everyday wearers who enjoy perfumes that tell an evolving story rather than remaining static all day.
This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 is a clever, polarizing perfume that rewards an open mind. If you want a basic sunscreen scent, look elsewhere. But if you want a crisp, sunny floral backed by edgy woods and leather, this bottle is well worth sampling. Just be sure to test it on your skin rather than paper, as your body chemistry will determine whether the creamy coconut florals or the deep leather woods win the day.
FAQs
What does the opening of This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 smell like?+
The first spray opens with a blast of airy ozonic freshness, slightly sweet pink pepper, and creamy coconut water. It feels bright and clean, reminiscent of luxury bath soap and ocean breeze. The sparkling, high-pitched top notes project strongly for the first twenty to thirty minutes before mellowing into floral tones.
How does the fragrance transition into its heart and dry-down?+
After the breezy coconut opening softens, sunny frangipani and crisp lily of the valley take over the middle stage. Within two hours, the floral sweetness merges into a warm, grounded base of creamy sandalwood, soft leather, and dry woods. The evolution shifts noticeably from airy tropical brightness to a darker, musky skin scent.
How long does This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 last on skin and clothes?+
On bare skin, expect between six and eight hours of noticeable wear, with the final hours sitting close as an intimate wood-and-musk scent. On clothing or outerwear, the persistent sandalwood and synthetic fixatives easily hold on for over twelve to twenty-four hours, surviving through a full working day without disappearing.
What are the sillage and projection like during daily wear?+
You get a strong scent bubble pushing out roughly three to four feet during the first ninety minutes. After two hours, the projection pulls back to an arm's length. By hour five, it creates a personal, clean floral-woody trail that will not overwhelm a small room or office cubicle.
Which season and temperature range suit this fragrance best?+
Spring and summer are the sweet spots for this fragrance, ideally between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Mild heat helps the lush frangipani and coconut bloom naturally. However, in scorching, humid summer heat above 90 degrees, the heavy leather and woody base notes can turn slightly cloying and dense.
What occasions is This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 best suited for?+
It shines during daytime casual outings, weekend patio lunches, creative office environments, and relaxed warm-weather evenings. Its clean soapiness keeps it polite for daytime gatherings, while the underlying leather and sandalwood provide enough mystery for casual date nights and sunset drinks by the water.
Does This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 lean masculine or feminine?+
This fragrance is truly unisex. The sunny frangipani, sweet coconut, and lily of the valley give it a gentle, feminine floral opening, while the dry leather, oud, and sandalwood in the base anchor it with masculine woodiness. Anyone who enjoys clean, complex tropical fragrances can wear it comfortably.
How does it compare to Tom Ford Soleil Blanc or Bortnikoff Ambre Cologne?+
Unlike Tom Ford Soleil Blanc, which stays in a golden, suntan-lotion lane of creamy tuberose and amber, 1.7 introduces a sharper ozonic bite and a brooding leather base. Compared to Bortnikoff Ambre Cologne, 1.7 is cleaner, more modern, and relies on crisp floral musks rather than dense animalic ambergris.
Is it good value for the price as an Eau de Parfum?+
Histoires de Parfums offers this in 15ml, 60ml, and 120ml Eau de Parfum formats. Because Julien Rasquinet used potent fixatives and quality raw materials, you only need three to four sprays per wear. The smaller travel sizes offer particularly solid value for exploring a distinct niche profile without overspending.
What fragrances or notes layer well with This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7?+
Layering it with a crisp citrus cologne like bergamot or neroli amplifies the sunny vacation vibe and cuts through the heavy leather dry-down. Alternatively, pairing it with a pure vanilla or tonka bean oil softens the sharper ozonic edges and emphasizes the creamy, lactonic coconut facets on your skin.
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If you enjoy the tropical floral character of frangipani, Bortnikoff Ambre Cologne offers a more vintage, ambergris-forward take on the style. For those seeking pure sweet beach coconut without the leather and oud, Tom Ford Soleil Blanc provides an easier, sunscreen-style alternative. Within the same house, This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.2 shares the artistic vibrancy but pivots toward green ivy and lilac instead of tropical wood.
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