Epic Man Eau de Parfum vs London Eau de Parfum

Epic Man

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	2013
££	Price Tier	££

London

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Epic Man Eau de Parfum

Epic Man is one of Amouage's most divisive. Most adore its dark, complex spicy character, but a vocal minority find it bland, or, worse, detect a foul note. Performance is a common sticking point; many newer bottles disappoint with poor projection and longevity.

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Our Verdict - London Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford London is an absolute love-it-or-hate-it affair. It's divisive, animalic, and boldly challenging according to some; to others, it's a masterful, complex ode to a specific urban grit. One thing's for sure: it's not a safe blind buy.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	2%	2%
Floral	12%	15%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	6%	6%
Sweet	12%	13%
Warm	45%	47%
Woody	8%	5%
Earthy	21%	18%
Animalic	6%	12%
Fresh	6%	5%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Epic Man EdP

London EdP

Notes

Base Notes

Incense 100%

Base Notes

Shared Notes

Saffron 12% vs 17%

Cardamom 11% vs 17%

Only in Epic Man Eau de Parfum

Pink Pepper 17% Frankincense 14% Nutmeg 13% Caraway 11% Myrtle 10% Mace 10%

Only in London Eau de Parfum

Cumin 21% Pepper 16% Coffee 15% Coriander 14%

Shared Notes

Geranium 43% vs 18%

Only in Epic Man Eau de Parfum

Myrrh 56%

Only in London Eau de Parfum

Incense 35% Labdanum 26% Jasmine 20%

Only in Epic Man Eau de Parfum

Incense 100%

Accords

Epic Man Eau de Parfum London Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

71%

90%

Warm Spicy

100%

85%

Fresh Spicy

85%

74%

Smoky

71%

70%

Woody

68%

69%

Leather

61%

62%

Aromatic

64%

63%

Balsamic

50%

61%

Oud

60%

50%

Musky

48%

Amber shared

100%

71%

Warm Spicy shared

90%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

85%

Smoky shared

74%

71%

Woody shared

70%

68%

Leather shared

69%

61%

Aromatic shared

62%

64%

Balsamic shared

63%

50%

Oud shared

61%

60%

Musky shared

50%

48%

Performance

Epic Man Eau de Parfum London Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Epic Man Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

This is a strong, bold fragrance, making it less suitable for casual or office wear where it might be overwhelming. It truly shines in formal settings or on intimate dates, perfectly complementing a well-dressed, mature individual. Reviews highlight its elegance and power for special occasions, though several note it can be discreet depending on the batch.

London Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Formal

Given its strong spicy and animalic profile, London is best suited for evening wear and dates, where its mysterious charm can unfold. Its moderate sillage and longevity mean it might just about pass in some office settings if applied lightly, but it's too distinctive for casual daytime wear or sports.