Original.

Police stepped beyond eyewear in the late 1990s, channeling its street‑wise attitude into scent. In 1998 the house launched Original, an aromatic fougère built to capture the pulse of a bustling city morning. The brief called for a fresh, herbal opening that could transition from commuter train to after‑work bar without missing a beat.

The trio of lavender, mint and bergamot was chosen for its instant coolness, echoing early‑day air that brushes against concrete. Adding geranium and violet gave a subtle floral contrast, while cedar, musk and sandalwood anchor the composition, ensuring the fragrance doesn’t evaporate like a fleeting trend but settles into a lasting urban signature.

At first spray, mint and bergamot flash bright, like a neon sign flickering on a damp street. Within minutes, lavender softens the edge, and the heart of geranium and violet emerges, offering a gentle floral hush that feels like a quiet café corner. As the scent dries, cedar and sandalwood lay a warm, woody foundation, while musk adds a subtle skin‑kiss that lingers for four to six hours, leaving a faint, confident trail that fades just as the city lights dim.

Since its 1998 debut, Original has become a reference point for late‑90s aromatic fougères, often recalled for its crisp mint‑bergamot opening that captures the era’s club‑ready energy while remaining office‑friendly. Wearers cite its balanced projection as a bridge between youthful vigor and mature confidence, cementing its place in the genre’s nostalgic catalogue.