The Formal by House of Sillage opens with a bright burst of pepper and citrus, then deepens through a spiced heart of clove, nutmeg, sage, and ginger before settling into polished cedarwood, sandalwood, and amber. The result is a fresh, spicy, woody parfum built around assured, polished strength rather than volume. Part of the Gentleman Collection, it is designed for the man who moves with purpose and carries a quiet authority, a scent House of Sillage describes as the invisible tuxedo.

• Parfum, 75ml
• Fragrance family: Fresh, spicy, woody
• Top notes: Pepper, citrus cocktail, violet leaves, elemi
• Heart notes: Clove, nutmeg, sage, ginger
• Base notes: Cedarwood, amber, coumarin, sandalwood
• Bottle: Hand-polished French glass in signature black lacquer with patented one-hand opening
• Case: Bespoke, wrapped in black tuxedo fabric with a polished black and silver plaque
• Long-lasting wear

Why We Love It

The Formal lives up to its name in every detail. The fragrance moves from a sparkling, peppery opening to a warm, velvety wood base, while the presentation, a tuxedo-fabric case and cufflink-inspired plaque, makes it as much an object as a scent. It is a refined signature for the man who wants presence without excess.

Style Notes

A versatile parfum that carries from boardroom to evening. The fresh citrus opening keeps it sharp for daytime, while the spiced woods and amber give it depth for formal occasions and cooler seasons. A natural signature scent for the modern gentleman.