Clever Man
| Other | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Montabaco Verano
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a cheeky little upstart from Al Rehab, punching well above its weight class. If you're after a budget-friendly scent that outperforms the competition, get stuck in. It's shockingly good for the price and, dare we say, better than some designer heavyweights it's compared to.
This one's a divisive beast. Some reckon it's a sophisticated masterpiece for the warmer months, others find it a metallic scrubber. Definitely not a blind buy - sample first, especially if you're not keen on a prominent, at times harsh, grapefruit and suede combination.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 17% | 15% |
| Floral | 19% | 19% |
| Fruity | 3% | 2% |
| Green | 19% | 16% |
| Sweet | 11% | 14% |
| Warm | 13% | 10% |
| Woody | 11% | 12% |
| Earthy | 12% | 8% |
| Animalic | 10% | 9% |
| Fresh | 21% | 23% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh and clean profile makes it an excellent daily wear for casual outings or even the gym. While it has good performance, it's not overpowering, making it reasonably suitable for the office, though it might lack the gravitas for truly formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh and sophisticated character makes it versatile for casual outings and dates, while the strong projection reported by many users means going easy on the trigger for the office. The unique combination of notes might be a bit too daring for highly formal settings, and the tobacco-suede depth makes it less ideal for purely athletic activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Woody, Musky accords and Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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