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Beloved Man Eau de Parfum bottle Beloved Man EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2013 Year 2020
££££ Price Tier ££
Imperial II Eau de Parfum bottle Imperial II EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Beloved Man EDP
This one's a proper mixed bag, isn't it? For some, it's a refined, classic masterpiece, a gentleman's scent that screams understated luxury. For others, it's a bit too 'old school' or even reminiscent of urinal cake. Quite divisive, but clearly cherished by those who get it.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Imperial II EDP
Imperial II stands out for its warm spicy and exotic woody scent, offering a balanced and modern fragrance for cooler seasons.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Beloved Man EDP
Imperial II EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 28% vs 50%
Jasmine 22% vs 25%
Only in Beloved Man
Orris 25% Geranium 23%
Shared Notes
Cedar 20% vs 31%
Musk 15% vs 18%
Patchouli 14% vs 27%

Accords

Beloved Man Imperial II
100%
Aromatic
60%
80%
Warm Spicy
90%
84%
Woody
80%
74%
Citrus
52%
Leather
52%
Balsamic
51%
Powdery
50%
Earthy
50%
46%
Conifer
Musky
40%
Aromatic shared
100%
60%
Warm Spicy shared
80%
90%
Woody shared
84%
80%
74%
52%
52%
51%
Earthy shared
50%
50%
46%
40%

Performance

Beloved Man Imperial II
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Beloved Man

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Several reviews highlight its suitability for the office due to its refined, clean character, despite some noting moderate projection. Its elegant and romantic profile, with good longevity, makes it perfect for dates and formal events, though perhaps too sophisticated for casual wear.

Imperial II

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The warm spicy and woody accords fit well with cooler weather, making it suitable for fall and spring. Its moderate intensity makes it adaptable for mild winters.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

The balanced projection and intensity make it ideal for office or casual settings, while the warm and exotic notes enhance its suitability for dates. Less ideal for formal events due to its moderate formality.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, woody, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Beloved Man EDP
Imperial II EDP
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