Banana Republic Classic Cologne by Banana Republic, Filled with flowery, sharp notes, Banana Republic Classic cologne is perfect for men wanting something simple yet fresh. It has a refreshing composition, opening with herbal notes along with clementine, pink grapefruit and bergamot. The core has many floral scents, including honeysuckle and sering. The base contains woody notes in addition to white musk and ginger. It launched in 1995.Banana Republic is one of the most well-known clothing retailers in the United States. Its origins date back to 1978 when Patricia and Mel Ziegler opened two stores that emphasized clothing with travel or safari themes. To go along with this aesthetic, the early stores featured a lot of safari-themed décor on the walls.Jean-Claude Delville is the perfumer who created Classic cologne. Delville honed his skills at a number of reputable perfume brands, including Symrise, Firmenich and Creations Aromatiques. He has earned the distinction of "master perfumer" and has many fragrances to his name.