1899 Eau de Parfum Cologne

899 Eau de Parfum

The Last Year of an Era. The Beginning of Everything That Came Next.

There is something compelling about a year poised on the edge of history.

1899.

Marked by the subtle house code BC-1899-07/21, it represents one of Barberry Coast’s most distinctive compositions.

The final chapter of one century. A world of polished wood, tailored coats, leather trunks, grand hotels, steamships, and handwritten correspondence—just before everything began to change.

1899 Eau de Parfum captures that moment between worlds: refined, confident, and rooted in tradition without ever feeling old-fashioned.

Bright bergamot and juniper open alongside crisp apple and dark black currant. Saffron, birch, jasmine, almond, and nutmeg bring warmth and complexity before the fragrance settles into a smooth base of amber, cedar, fir, oakmoss, leather, and vanilla.

The result is fresh at the opening, warm through the heart, and quietly rich in the drydown.

Refined Without Excess

1899 was created for the man who appreciates distinction without needing to announce it.

It is polished enough for business, relaxed enough for everyday wear, and distinctive enough for evenings and special occasions.

Timeless, composed, and unmistakably Barberry Coast.

Top: Bergamot, Juniper Berries, Apple, Black Currant
Heart: Saffron, Birch, Jasmine, Almond, Nutmeg
Base: Amber, Cedar, Fir, Oakmoss, Leather, Vanilla

Parfum Concentration: 15%
Size: 3.3oz | 100ml or 2oz | 60ml or .33oz | 10ml

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this fragrance for a man or a woman?

A: This fragrance smells great on men and women!

Q: Is this a perfume or cologne?

A: Actually, it is an Eau de Parfum (EdP). Eau de Parfum is a historically genderless term used to describe both men’s and women’s fragrances.

Generally, an Eau de Toilette concentration can range between 5% and 12%, while an Eau de Parfum concentration can range between 12% and 18%, although the concentrations of EdT versus EdP can vary.

EdP contains a higher concentration of essential/fragrance oils than Eau de Toilette, Eau de Cologne and Eau de Fraiche.

In other words, our Eau de Parfum has a higher concentration of fragrance, which results in a longer-lasting and more aromatic application.

Our eau de parfum contains 12% pure perfume essence and can last for about three to eight hours depending on your skin's chemistry. 

Q: What is the best way to apply Barberry Coast fragrances?

A: The fragrancex website has a great "how-to" on applying fragrances that we've adapted here for our Barberry Coast fragrances.

1. Apply right after you shower onto dry skin. The shower cleanses your body of other scents and opens your pores, which helps the scent be absorbed. Completely dry your skin and then spray.
2. Hold the spray bottle 3–6 inches from your body. If you hold the bottle any closer, you risk over-applying; any further and you will likely under-apply.
3. Apply cologne to heated areas of your body. The heat helps diffuse the scent throughout the day and allows it to meld with your body chemistry to develop your signature scent. Heated areas include your neck, chest, pulse points, forearms, or inner elbows. 
4. Start with a light application. If you are new to using fragrances, do not apply the EdP to all of the aforementioned heated body areas. Choose one area and start with one spray. If you notice that your scent fades quickly, choose another area and spray the fragrance there next time you apply. You might want to ask the opinion of a close friend or family member if the application is appropriate, as you can become nose-blind to scents you wear often.

Top 3 Common Mistakes in Applying Fragrances

• Mistake #1: Spraying the fragrance on your clothing. Spraying cologne directly on your clothes prevents it from mixing with your natural oils, which is what gives it its unique quality. This can also prevent the scent from going through its scent stages, rendering the scent flat and monochrome. Finally, spraying a fragrance directly on clothing can be harmful to some fabrics.

• Mistake #2: Spraying a mist cloud and walking through it. While it may seem like this method prevents over-application, it actually renders the cologne almost useless. The majority of your cologne needs to be placed on your body, and applying cologne this way means most of it ends up on the floor.

• Mistake #3: Rubbing the fragrance onto the skin. Rubbing the cologne into your skin actually makes the scent fade faster as it breaks the molecular bond in the fragrance. If you’re not going to spray the fragrance, then simply dab, but don’t rub.

Ingredients

Alcohol, distilled water, blend of essential oils, extracts, absolutes, and fragrance oils (phthalate-free).

Also includes: Masculinity, Courage, Good Taste, and Valor.

No Harsh or Harmful Chemicals:
We promise NO harsh, harmful, or toxic ingredients such as Parabens, Sulphates, Dyes, Phthalates, DEP (Diethyl Phthalates), or any petroleum or coal tar ingredients such as Toluene, which is found in most synthetic fragrances. Chronic exposure to these is linked to anemia, lowered blood cell count, liver or kidney damage, and reproductive issues.