by Banana Republic
78 Vintage Green is a bright, unisex fragrance that blends citrus, green tea, and fig notes into a fresh, crisp, and clean scent. The opening features a lively burst of bergamot and mandarin, quickly giving way to a delicate balance of green tea, vetiver, and fig. This evolution gives it a refreshing, natural feel—reminiscent of reed diffusers in boutique hotels or a quiet morning walk through a blooming garden. The scent lingers pleasantly close to the skin with moderate sillage, making it ideal for daytime wear in spring and summer. Its composition is praised for being well-blended and utterly inoffensive, with a clean, modern elegance that feels accessible yet sophisticated. Despite being celebrated for its quality and affordability, the fragrance demonstrates consistent limitations in longevity and projection. Most users note it lasts no more than several hours, fading quickly into a soft, skin-scent that lingers in the background. While some find this performance acceptable given the price, others describe a need to reapply multiple times throughout the day. However, the fragrance remains highly desirable for its uplifting character and wearable simplicity. It’s especially popular for casual settings, warm-weather events, and in layered combinations with other scents. A small number of users find the fragrance too feminine or leaning toward a soapy, floral feel, while others appreciate its quiet poise. However, nearly all agree on its strong value for money—making it a must-try for newcomers to fragrance who seek a green tea, fig, and citrus-scented profile that is pleasant, light, and endlessly reapplyable as needed.