A quintessential green chypre with unapologetic swagger, One Man Show marries bracing herbs and pine with a deep, mossy leather core for a throwback masculine statement that still feels striking today. The opening crackles with aromatic bite before a complex heart blooms into woods and florals, then settles into a rich, animalic warmth that lingers with authority from morning to late night.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 1980. Perfumer Roger Pellegrino.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Basil, Bergamot, Artemisia, Caraway, Galbanum, Brazilian Rosewood
Heart: Pine needles, Carnation, Patchouli, Nutmeg, Spices, Vetiver, Geranium, Labdanum, Rose, Jasmine
Base: Oakmoss, Leather, Cedar, Sandalwood, Styrax, Castoreum, Tonka bean, Amber, Vanilla, Coconut.
Story and Positioning
This is the pillar that defined the bold Bogart signature and inspired a successful line of successors, including Gold Edition in 2011, Ruby Edition in 2013, Emerald Edition in 2018, and the highly concentrated 24K Edition that arrived later. If you enjoy vintage green chypres and pine-toned powerhouses in the vein of Polo by Ralph Lauren or the classic Azzaro style, One Man Show occupies that confident territory with extra spice and leather. It is a value-friendly icon that wears best in cooler weather, suited to evening formality and crisp daytime smart casual.
Bottle and Design
A sturdy rectangular flacon in pale green glass carries a central black panel with fine silver striping that reads One Man Show. The integrated black top houses the sprayer and features a small gold Bogart monogram, giving a neat, utilitarian profile that is easy to grip. The carton echoes the graphic paneling and serif title for instant shelf recognition.
Country of Origin: France
Manufacturer: Jacques Bogart SA
Address: 13 Rue Pierre Leroux, 75007 Paris
Country of Manufacture: France
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