As I'm sure we all know, it was probably the advent of mass advertising that led to branding of 'male' and 'female' fragrances. Back in the days of Juan Floris and contemporaries, fragrance was primarily used to cover...how can I put it...the 'earthy' aromas of those living in London and other places. Gender wasn't targeted (the only stratification would be class, probably ). From what I remember reading, 'Limes' by Floris was allegedly created for that reason; London smog, sanitation and so forth.
I rotate Guerlain's Jicky and Mitsuko when the mood takes. Although the latter is Mrs Scotshave's signature fragrance. Come to think of it, it was Chaplin's too...
My maxim...If it smells good and you feel good, wear it.
Now...where's that sheep...
