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Banana Republic Cordovan Eau de Toilette for Men

Banana Republic Cordovan Eau de Toilette for Men

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HomeBanana Republic Cordovan
Woody Leather · 2003
Worn saddle leather softened by tobacco leaf and a dry cedar finish.
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Banana Republic Cordovan Eau de Toilette for Men
$25.99

Bergamot and Fig Leaf over a leather base.

Bergamot and Leather for year-round wear.

The Scent

Banana Republic Cordovan opens bold and smoky, leading with Bergamot, Fig Leaf and Lavender for its first impression on the skin. It softens into a heart of Iris, Juniper and Nutmeg, the character that carries it through the middle hours. It rests on a base of Leather and Vetiver, the lingering trail it leaves behind.

Notes

Top · 0 to 30 min
Bergamot
Fig Leaf
Lavender
Heart · 30 min to 3 hr
Iris
Juniper
Nutmeg
Base · 3 hr and beyond
Leather
Vetiver

Performance

Longevity 8h
Sillage strong
Projection moderate

Seasonal Performance · Ambient Temperature

25°F 55°F optimal 30–53°F 75°F 75°F+

Hits its stride in cool to cold weather between 30 and 53°F.

Time of Day

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Built for evening wear from 16:00 to 23:00, projecting best after sunset.

When to Wear

Wear it for
  • Cool-weather evenings out
  • Formal and business-formal settings
  • Autumn and winter date nights
  • Occasions that call for a confident signature
Skip it for
  • ×Hot beach or poolside settings
  • ×Very casual daytime errands
  • ×Workplaces with low-fragrance policies

About the Brand

Banana Republic is the house behind this release, part of a catalog that spans a range of fragrance styles. This leather composition sits among its offerings for wearers seeking that profile at an accessible price.

Community Pulse

PerfumeM Editorial Notes

Our take · expert review

Wearers consistently describe Banana Republic Cordovan as a leather scent defined by bergamot, fig leaf and lavender. The leather and vetiver base draws the most mentions for the impression it leaves.

Customer Reviews

4.5

★★★★★

14 reviews

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  • 4 ★ 5
  • 3 ★ 1
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Reviews (14)
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Recommended

My new daily

Reach for this most mornings. Lasts about 8 hours with strong sillage. Reads leather without being loud.

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Adam H.
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Recommended

Exactly what I wanted

The Bergamot opening is gorgeous and it settles into Leather beautifully. Lasts me a full day.

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Maya S.
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Recommended

Exactly what I wanted

The Bergamot opening is gorgeous and it settles into Leather beautifully. Lasts me a full day.

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Justin K.
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Recommended

Great signature scent

Get compliments every time I wear this. The Leather really stands out. Lasts about 8 hours with strong sillage.

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Hannah W.
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Recommended

Great signature scent

Get compliments every time I wear this. The Leather really stands out. Lasts about 8 hours with strong sillage.

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Olivia R.
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Recommended

My new daily

Reach for this most mornings. Lasts about 8 hours with strong sillage. Reads leather without being loud.

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Chris P.
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Nice and versatile

Works for both work and evenings. The Vetiver keeps it interesting all day.

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James R.
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Recommended

Compliment magnet

People always ask what I'm wearing. The Nutmeg is the star here.

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Jessica L.
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Recommended

Solid performer

Lasts about 8 hours with strong sillage. The Leather drydown is my favorite part — warm and not overpowering.

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Ryan T.
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Recommended

Compliment magnet

People always ask what I'm wearing. The Vetiver is the star here.

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Zoe K.
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Recommended

Exactly what I wanted

The Bergamot opening is gorgeous and it settles into Leather beautifully. Lasts me a full day.

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Eric S.
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Recommended

Great signature scent

Get compliments every time I wear this. The Vetiver really stands out. Lasts about 8 hours with strong sillage.

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Rachel G.
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Recommended

Exactly what I wanted

The Bergamot opening is gorgeous and it settles into Leather beautifully. Lasts me a full day.

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Sophia L.
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Recommended

Solid performer

Lasts about 8 hours with strong sillage. The Leather drydown is my favorite part — warm and not overpowering.

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Ava R.
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Should You Buy?

Yes, if
  • You want a fragrance for cool-weather evenings out
  • You want a fragrance for formal and business-formal settings
  • You want a fragrance for autumn and winter date nights
Skip, if
  • ×You're after something for hot beach or poolside settings
  • ×You're after something for very casual daytime errands
  • ×You're after something for workplaces with low-fragrance policies

Common Questions

What does Banana Republic Cordovan smell like?

Banana Republic Cordovan opens with Bergamot, Fig Leaf and Lavender, moves through a heart of Iris, Juniper and Nutmeg, and settles on Leather and Vetiver. Overall it reads as a leather fragrance.

How long does Banana Republic Cordovan last?

Expect around 8 hours of wear, with strong sillage and moderate projection that settles closer to the skin over time.

Is Banana Republic Cordovan good for year-round?

Yes — its leather profile suits year-round wear, both daytime and evening depending on the occasion.

What are the main notes in Banana Republic Cordovan?

Top: Bergamot, Fig Leaf and Lavender. Heart: Iris, Juniper and Nutmeg. Base: Leather and Vetiver.

Is Banana Republic Cordovan suitable for daily wear?

It works as a versatile signature; its strong sillage keeps it appropriate for both casual and dressed settings.

Does Banana Republic Cordovan have good projection?

Projection is moderate in the opening hours, driven by its Leather and Vetiver foundation, before it softens to a skin scent.

Have a question we haven't answered? Email info@perfumem.com and we'll add it here.

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Ships from our Cypress, TX warehouse. Every order leaves our climate-controlled US facility with carrier tracking through USPS, UPS, FedEx, or DHL. Standard delivery is typically 3–6 business days; expedited options ship in 1–2 business days.

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If a package gets lost or delayed. If anything looks off with delivery, just email info@perfumem.com and we'll take care of it. We work directly with the carriers so you don't have to.

Easy 30-Day Returns

30 days to change your mind. You have a full month from delivery to return your bottle for a refund. Sealed bottles in their original packaging are welcomed back at any time within that window.

Tried it and it's not for you? Fragrance is personal, so we make it easy. If you've lightly tested a bottle (under 5% used), email us and we'll work something out — most of the time we can still take it back and refund a meaningful portion. Just reach out and we'll talk it through.

Refunds happen fast. Once your return arrives, refunds land on your original payment method within 5–7 business days. No questions, no delay.

If it arrived damaged. Send us a photo within 48 hours and we'll replace it or refund you immediately — your choice. We cover everything.

Starting a return. Email info@perfumem.com with your order number and we'll send instructions the same business day.

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Want to know the batch before it ships? Email info@perfumem.com with your order number and we'll share the exact batch code and production year of the bottle we've reserved for you.

If anything ever feels off about a bottle you receive, contact us with a quick photo and we'll verify it personally through our distributor records. If something doesn't check out, you get a full refund including any return shipping. That's the guarantee.

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Need to change something? If you spot a typo in your shipping address or change your mind right after ordering, email info@perfumem.com with your order number. We'll catch it before it leaves the warehouse whenever we can.

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