Dandy or Not. G.A. – Eau de Parfum

D'ORSAY is a Paris fragrance house named after the dandy Alfred d'Orsay – and Dandy or Not. G.A. asks about exactly that type, posed as a scent: wood, leather and a casual kind of love.

Dandy or Not smells of smoky black tea and an orange blossom that pretends to be harmless. Cardamom and grapefruit open it dry and bright, in the heart the dark, almost smoked tea meets the sweet blossom, and beneath it leather and patchouli lay down a warm, slightly careless floor.

Dandy or Not suits anyone who wears a suit and sneakers in the same outfit – to the office, to dinner, to an opening. A fragrance for all year, though loveliest on cooler days when leather and tea play out their warmth.

What makes Dandy or Not special to us is the humour behind it: the brand asks “Dandy or not?” and answers with a scent that refuses to decide – tea and leather, orange blossom and smoke, elegance and nonchalance in one bottle. Meant for everyone who doesn't want to choose between themselves and a better version of themselves.

THE SNUD SCENT GUIDE

Everything you want to know about this fragrance.

What does Dandy or Not smell like?

Black tea with a hint of smoke and sweet orange blossom, over cardamom and grapefruit, on a base of soft leather and patchouli. Woody, spicy, leathery.

How does Dandy or Not feel?

Confident and relaxed at once – like a well-fitting jacket whose collar you still turn up a little.

When do you wear Dandy or Not?

By day and by night, at the office as at the opening. Especially good in the cooler half of the year, but not limited to it.

What else might I like if I love Dandy or Not?

Ghost of Tom by BIBBI shares the black tea and the leathery, woody depth – a little greener and cooler, with bergamot, maté and papyrus, but with the same casual elegance.

Still not sure? Discover Dandy or Not as a sample first – the sample price is credited toward the full-size purchase.