Over the years, the range of ‘4711’ products has grown significantly, with a range of soaps and perfumes making new use of the sharp, refreshing scent of ‘Original Eau de Cologne’. During World War II Nazi Germany's Kriegsmarine (navy) issued vast amounts of 4711 perfume to the submariners of the U-boat fleet. The differences are subtle; 4711 is lighter and more floral, while Imperiale is richer and more herbal, thanks to good doses of rosemary and verbena. When I imagine what life was life before bathing was easy or air conditioning, it made me really appreciate what an eau de cologne could do. is the shortest-lived fragrance ever, I think - if it lasts more than 15 minutes on my skin, it's a lucky day - but those 15 minutes are really glorious: a blast of citruses, truly invigorating, mixed with the dark floral sweetness of rose and jasmine, and rounded up with some subtle earthy notes (which I think come from the oakmoss, that even at IFRA concentration, must be über-strong compared to everything else).

Having compared them side by side, there are *slight* differences; the vintage presents more of the rosemary and lavender elements of the scent, while the modern formulation seems to push the citrus and neroli to the fore. Ok so i guess I have to admit I hadn’t realised that eau de cologne, the bottles and scent I remember as a child growing up that grandparents and parents wore was from Cologne. Use it as a general feel fresh skin scent or when I'm going to be home and don't want to use one of my pricier frags. It's like any woman with no interest in spending time and money on beauty and appearances would wear 4711. In 1875, Ferdinand Muelhens (Wilhelm's grandson) registered 4711 as a brand and created the first iteration of the modern logo.Those complaining about 4711's longevity need to cultivate a better understanding of the history and usage of Eaux de Cologne. This isn't a cologne for others to smell on you; it's a splasher, a cool boost for the face whether it be on a hot day or after shaving.

I know 4711 was lauched before, but many perfume reviewers stress that JMF's is the first EDC just because it was. I don't think I'd ever consider it a "signature scent" for myself, but I could see it becoming more of a grooming staple during the summer months when I need a break from all the incense, amber, cashmere, and woods in my typical favourites. I’ve wished for some time that they will release an EdT or EdP of the original, but I think it will never happen. Some drugs may have Authority Required (Streamlined) status which does not require an explicit approval from Medicare, instead the doctor can use the Authority code found in the published Schedule for a given drug/indication. As the sun travels its arc across the sky, so must you reapply, an hourly ritual to revive its memory.

For a short while, it transitions into a pleasant mix of florals and finally some woody notes, The drydown is really enjoyable, but unfortunately, it is fleeting. Anyone who chooses this perfume knows what to expect because the secret of the 4711 recipe has remained unchanged since the 19th century. I mention this because there is history and nostalgia for me in this scent, but also because French can be snobs about perfume (rightfully so in many cases), and it passed the test in the case of the old bf's family.

And let me tell you that stuff has some nose-unclogging qualities in it when you take a direct sniff like that. Overall a lovely smell that will suit just about anyone, but of course don't expect to get any compliments as it's very quiet and brief!Another reference to the world-famous brand 4711 can be found right next to the main railway station. When I was a little girl and we lived in a big old apartment in Prague's Old Town with an atmosphere like something out of Švankmajer's Alice I opened the door to the part of the apartment where my grandmother and grandfather lived and there was a big antique mirror and a strange chandelier shade with a mummified crocodile hanging from it and the first thing I smelled was this.