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Mr. Burberry Indigo fragrance
Burberry

Mr. Burberry Indigo

EDT Masculine · 2018 · by Francis Kurkdjian
7.4 /10

Mr. Burberry Indigo scores 6/10 for longevity and performs best in Warm & Dry conditions.

Best in Warm & Dry 6/10 longevity
From USD 75–100From EUR 69–92From GBP 59–79From PKR 18,000–25,000From AED 260–350From INR 6,225–8,300From SAR 281–375
6 Longevity
6 Sillage
9 Versatility
8 Value
7.6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Aromatic Citrus Green Fresh Spicy
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Rosemary2Lemon3BergamotGrapefruitHEART NOTES30–120 min1Mint2Water Notes3Violet LeafSageTeaBASE NOTES2h+1Oakmoss2Iso E Super3Amber
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileAromaticCitrusGreenFresh SpicyHerbalAquaticACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Gym Casual Office Weekend
Seasons
Spring Summer

Climate Performance

Avg 7.6 / 10
Extreme Heat
8/10
Excellent
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
8/10
Excellent
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
9/10
Excellent
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
5/10
Average
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

Inspired by a escape to the English coast with refreshing minty herbal accords.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

An ideal crisp daily driver for high humidity and warm summer heat.

How It Compares

Versus Bleu de Chanel EDT for casual herbal freshness.

The Controversy

Often written off as a generic blue fragrance despite its herbal minty twist.

Burberry Mr. Burberry Indigo, Reviewed by the Numbers

Every fragrance review promises honesty; few bring receipts. For Mr. Burberry Indigo — the 2018 EDT from Burberry built on Aromatic, Citrus, Green, Fresh Spicy, Herbal, Aquatic — the receipts are climate scores, longevity hours and price-per-bottle across markets. They are all below, and they tell a clearer story than any list of adjectives.

Inspired by a escape to the English coast with refreshing minty herbal accords.

How Mr. Burberry Indigo Smells: Notes & Development

Mr. Burberry Indigo opens with Rosemary, Lemon, Bergamot and Grapefruit — the first impression as it hits the skin. Give it twenty or thirty minutes and the middle act arrives: Mint, Water Notes, Violet Leaf, Sage and Tea. The final act — the part that outlasts the working day — is Oakmoss, Iso E Super and Amber.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Aromatic, Citrus, Green, Fresh Spicy, Herbal, Aquatic — easy to place and easy to wear.

Performance: Longevity, Sillage & Versatility

Longevity (6/10): Mr. Burberry Indigo delivers moderate longevity for EDT. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (6/10): Mr. Burberry Indigo projects at a social distance, noticeable without overwhelming. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (9/10): Mr. Burberry Indigo is a genuine all-rounder — at ease at a wedding, a boardroom meeting, or a late-night dinner. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (8/10): At around $75, Mr. Burberry Indigo delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

How Mr. Burberry Indigo Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, Mr. Burberry Indigo does best in warm & dry (Lahore, Los Angeles) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

An ideal crisp daily driver for high humidity and warm summer heat.

That result traces back to the composition: Oakmoss and Amber are materials that hold their shape as the temperature climbs, rather than thinning out.

Its average across all five zones is 7.6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Occasions & When to Wear

Mr. Burberry Indigo is best suited to Gym, Casual, Office, Weekend. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Mr. Burberry Indigo performs best in Spring, Summer. Its climate scores confirm this seasonal guidance — the fragrance handles temperature transitions with composure.

Versus Bleu de Chanel EDT for casual herbal freshness.

Price & Value

Internationally, Mr. Burberry Indigo sits at $75–$100. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 18,000–25,000 in Pakistan, AED 260–350 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Boots UK, FragranceNet, Macy's. GCC/UAE: Sephora GCC, Faces. Pakistan: Scentsation, Naheed.

Verdict

Mr. Burberry Indigo earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 7.2/10 puts Mr. Burberry Indigo in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Often written off as a generic blue fragrance despite its herbal minty twist.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Mr. Burberry Indigo last?

Mr. Burberry Indigo has a longevity score of 6/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Mr. Burberry Indigo worth the price?

At around $75, Mr. Burberry Indigo by Burberry is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Mr. Burberry Indigo smell like?

Mr. Burberry Indigo is characterised by Aromatic, Citrus, Green, Fresh Spicy, Herbal, Aquatic accords. Opening with Rosemary and Lemon, the heart revolves around Mint and Water Notes, settling into a base of Oakmoss and Iso E Super.

Is Mr. Burberry Indigo good for hot or humid weather?

Mr. Burberry Indigo performs exceptionally in hot and humid conditions (score: 8/10). It maintains its character without turning sharp or sour — a genuine recommendation anywhere summers are serious, from the Gulf to Southeast Asia to the American South.

Is Mr. Burberry Indigo for men or women?

Mr. Burberry Indigo is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.