Monsieur de Rauch by Madeleine de Rauch c1950

Monsieur de Rauch by Madeleine de Rauch: launched in 1950 or 1966 (per Dictionnaire des Parfums, 1972-1973 edition). Created by Raymond Chaillan and Jacques Bercia.

Realm by Germaine Monteil c1975

Realm by Germaine Monteil: launched in 1975 as a men's collection of fragrances for bath and John Street, president of Germaine Monteil claimed that it was a "masculine fragrance for the man who never before found a fragrance he liked." The name Realm was chosen "to indicate that these grooming aids are a part of a man's world, his own realm."

Moustache by Rochas c1948

"Moustache" by Rochas, launched in 1948, emerged during a period when post-World War II masculinity was undergoing a redefinition. Marcel Rochas, the visionary behind the fragrance, drew inspiration for its name from a historical and artistic reference—the luxurious whiskers depicted in Anthony Van Dyck’s portrait of Charles I of England. During this time, a moustache symbolized more than just a facial feature; it represented refinement, authority, and a sense of cultivated masculinity.

The choice of "Moustache" as the name for this men's fragrance was deliberate and evocative. It tapped into the cultural nostalgia for traditional ideals of gentlemanly conduct and appearance, embodying a time when grooming and personal style were paramount for men of distinction. The name suggested a fragrance tailored for a sophisticated man who appreciates classic elegance and possesses a discerning taste in both personal grooming and lifestyle choices.

For the man who related to a fragrance called "Moustache," it would likely resonate with someone who values tradition, refinement, and a sense of history. This fragrance would appeal to those who see their moustache not just as a facial feature but as a statement of their identity—a signifier of confidence and masculinity. They would respond to "Moustache" with appreciation for its blend of essences—wood, moss, and rare fruits—that exuded a discreet yet distinctive aura of sophistication.

Feraud Pour Homme by Avon/Louis Feraud c1985

Feraud Pour Homme by Avon: launched in 1985. Avon launched Vivage and Feraud Pour Homme, two designer fragrances inspired by French couturier Louis Feraud, exclusively for Avon.

Dante Cologne & Aftershave c1965

Dante gentleman's cologne, a popular scent amongst men of all ages during the 1960s and into the 1970s. It was produced by Dante NY Distributors, a division of Shields. All of the Dante fragrances have been discontinued since the early 1980s.

The fragrances of Dante:

• 1965 - Dante Original 
• 1965 - Dante Gentleman Cologne 
• 1965 - Dante Centurian
• 1967 - Dante Leather 
• 1967 - Dante Lime 
• 1967 - Dante Tangerine
• 1967 - Dante Lemon
• 1970 - Anisetto?

Dante Original:

Dante was a line of toiletries which included everything a man needed to smell sexy and enticing. Shields/Dante also supplied cuff links, tie bars, tie tacs, hot brushes and wallets. Dante advertisements said that "He'll tingle to the exhilarating bracing action of Dante. You'll love the clean, masculine fragrance."

So what does it smell like?

• Top notes: bergamot, mint
• Middle notes: iris, honeysuckle, patchouli, rose, orris, cedarwood, opoponax
• Base notes: benzoin, tonka bean, vanilla, sandalwood, musk, tobacco, ambergris, oakmoss

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In a Dec 11, 1965 advertisement in the Milwaukee Sentinel, Dante Toiletries were advertised for the Christmas season "Dante Toiletries. Christmas Gifts Definitely Not  For The Man You Can Put On A Shelf...If you really want to start something, Give him Dante:

• Dante Cologne  & Shower Soap Set..........$5.00
• Dante Cologne 4 oz size.............................. $2.95
• Dante Aftershave 40 oz..................................$2.50
• Dante Travel Pack Refresher.......................$2.95
• Dante Deodorant Stick.......................... ........$1.75
• Dante Centurian Aftershave in blue flask...$4.50
• Dante Centurian Cologne in 6 oz red flask......: .$4.95
• Dante shower soap........................................$2.00
• Dante Cologne, aftershave and shower soap set ..$7.50
• Dante Cologne & Aftershave Set..................$5.00"

Centurian:

Usually, you will find that Dante Centurian Cologne is in a red glass bottle and the Centurian aftershave is in a blue bottle.

Centurian Cologne came out in 1965.  According to a Nov 30, 1965 ad in the Times Daily newspaper...

"For Men Who Know How to Handle Women. ..New Centurian Cologne and after-shave by Dante Its a lasting scent with subtle power. A unique combination of rare essential oils including Italian bergamot, Cananga from Java, Petitgrain from the bitter orange trees of Paraguay, Patchouli from  Singapore, Oak Moss Absolute from Algeria, natural civet from Ethiopia, and many more. Available in a new broad shouldered 6 oz flask. If you really want to start something, start with new Centurian. Aftershave $4.50. Cologne $5.00"

So what does it smell like?

• Top notes: Italian bergamot, Paraguayan petitgrain
• Middle notes: Javan ylang ylang, Singaporean Patchouli
• Base notes: sandalwood, ambergris, Algerian oakmoss absolute, Ethiopian civet

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Hai Karate Cologne & Aftershave c1967

Hai Karate was a budget cologne on sale in the United States and the United Kingdom during the 1960s through the 1980s. The fragrance was developed by the Leeming Pacquin division of Pfizer and launched in 1967 as their answer to the popular Jade East scent made by Swank.


Hai Karate encompassed products such as aftershave, cologne, talc, shaving cream, foaming cologne, body spray, shampoo, soap on a rope etc. for men.  The scent was described by Leeming as "Mistletoe in a bottle."