Is Fragrance World Abraaj Revere a dupe of Amouage Honour Man?
Honour Man EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2011 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Abraaj Revere EDP
While both Honour Man and Abraaj Revere share a similar aromatic and spicy profile, Honour Man distinguishes itself with a more refined and lasting composition. Revere aims for a similar vibe but often falls short with reported issues of longevity and a divisive opening. Honour Man offers a cleaner, more sophisticated take on the spicy-woody theme, making it a safer bet if you seek a higher-quality, long-lasting fragrance experience. If budget is your primary concern, Revere might be worth a gamble, but be prepared for potential performance issues.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Honour Man
- Abraaj Revere
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a more refined and long-lasting scent.
- You appreciate a sophisticated, clean spicy fragrance.
- You prefer a safer blind-buy option with better reviews.
- You are willing to invest in higher quality ingredients.
- Budget is your main concern.
- You enjoy taking risks with fragrance purchases.
- You want to test the Honour Man profile on a budget.
- You don't mind reapplying fragrance throughout the day.
Divisive, intriguing, and criminally underrated by some, Honour Man is Amouage's 'easy wear'. A bold, peppery opening settles into a clean, sophisticated everyday scent that challenges expectations of the house's usual bombast.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Some reckon it's a solid, budget-friendly nod to Amouage, while others find it an absolute dud - sour, watery, and short-lived. Definitely not a safe blind buy, as it splits opinions right down the middle.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Pepper
50%
vs
51%
Pink Pepper
49%
vs
48%
Geranium
37%
vs
38%
Elemi
33%
vs
32%
Nutmeg
29%
vs
29%
Incense
22%
vs
22%
Vetiver
19%
vs
18%
Cedar
17%
vs
17%
Musk
14%
vs
15%
Patchouli
13%
vs
13%
Tonka Bean
12%
vs
12%
Incense
22%
vs
22%
Vetiver
19%
vs
18%
Cedar
17%
vs
17%
Musk
14%
vs
15%
Patchouli
13%
vs
13%
Tonka Bean
12%
vs
12%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Often cited as an ideal office fragrance due to its clean and sophisticated appeal, Honour Man's moderate projection and versatility make it suitable for various settings, though its prominent spice might be a bit much for very casual or sport scenarios. Performance reports are mixed, but many find it long-lasting enough for a full workday.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate projection and somewhat divisive character make it less suitable for formal settings or the office. It's best suited for casual wear, where its unusual profile can be appreciated without overpowering others, or for a date if you're aiming for something a bit different.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 11 notes is in the original, including Nutmeg, Pink Pepper, Musk
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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