Clive Dorris No. 1

Notes & Nuances

Clive Dorris No. 1 opens spicy. You get cardamom and nutmeg right away, with a peppery paprika kick. It's trying to mimic that complex, luxurious feel of Clive Christian No. 1. I get about 90% of the way there. The heart introduces a floral sweetness with iris, ylang-ylang, and jasmine. It's pleasant, but has a slight synthetic edge compared to the real deal. The drydown is where it differs most. It settles into a warm, musky amber with sandalwood. It's a bit smoother and less woody than No. 1, but still nice.

Bottom Line

Clive Dorris No. 1 is a solid option if you're curious about the Clive Christian DNA but can't stomach the price tag. It's a good daily driver for the office or cooler evenings. It's definitely a "like," but not a love. If you crave that extra 90% of refinement and complexity, you'll need to cough up the cash for the original. Is No. If you just want a spiced amber fragrance that smells good, this will do the trick.

How Long Does it Last?

performance is respectable. I get about 6-7 hours of wear with moderate projection for the first hour or two. It sits closer to the skin after that. Not bad, but don't expect beast mode.