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TO BE The King Eau de Toilette bottle TO BE The King EDT
EDT Concentration Extrait
M Gender M
2013 Year 2021
££ Price Tier £££££
Reflection 45 Man Extrait bottle Reflection 45 Man Extrait

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - TO BE The King EDT
This one is a divisive number: some hail its unique, spicy sweetness as a hidden gem, others recoil from its synthetic edge. It's affordable, quirky and certainly not for everyone, but if it hits right, it's a stellar bargain.
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Our Verdict - Reflection 45 Man Extrait
Reflection 45 is a divisive beast. While many hail it as a masterpiece - a more mature, refined version of the original - others find its strength cloying, its projection lacking, or its character too derivative. This isn't a safe blind buy, so sample before you splash the cash.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
TO BE The King EDT
Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Notes

Accords

TO BE The King Reflection 45 Man
100%
Woody
92%
77%
Aromatic
100%
87%
Amber
90%
77%
Fresh Spicy
62%
58%
Warm Spicy
73%
Powdery
64%
49%
White Floral
63%
54%
Lavender
56%
Iris
56%
52%
Citrus
Balsamic
52%
49%
Vanilla
48%
Sweet
Woody shared
100%
92%
Aromatic shared
77%
100%
Amber shared
87%
90%
Fresh Spicy shared
77%
62%
Warm Spicy shared
58%
73%
64%
White Floral shared
49%
63%
Lavender shared
54%
56%
56%
52%
52%
49%
48%

Performance

TO BE The King Reflection 45 Man
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

TO BE The King

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its moderate projection and generally pleasant, albeit sometimes polarising, aroma make it fit for casual wear and dates. The spicy sweetness and occasional synthetic undertones are less suited for formal settings or sports, and its varied longevity makes it a risky office choice.

Reflection 45 Man

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its exceptional longevity and high oil concentration make it too potent for casual wear or sport, potentially overwhelming in warm conditions. However, this same impressive performance and sophisticated profile are well-suited for formal events and date nights, commanding attention without being overtly loud. It can work for office wear in moderation due to its clean yet dense character.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, amber, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

TO BE The King EDT
Reflection 45 Man Extrait
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