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L'Homme Prada Eau de Toilette bottle L'Homme Prada EDT
EDT Concentration Extrait
M Gender M
2016 Year 2021
££ Price Tier £££££
Reflection 45 Man Extrait bottle Reflection 45 Man Extrait

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L'Homme Prada EDT
A masterclass in modern, understated elegance. Powdery iris and woody notes create a clean, refined aura that is both inviting and quietly confident. Ideal for those seeking subtle sophistication.
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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.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
L'Homme Prada EDT
Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Cedar 24% vs 15%
Sandalwood 24% vs 14%
Patchouli 23% vs 13%

Accords

L'Homme Prada Reflection 45 Man
100%
Powdery
64%
40%
Aromatic
100%
80%
Woody
92%
90%
Floral
30%
Amber
90%
50%
Warm Spicy
73%
70%
Fresh Spicy
62%
Iris
56%
Lavender
56%
Balsamic
52%
Powdery shared
100%
64%
Aromatic shared
40%
100%
Woody shared
80%
92%
90%
Amber shared
30%
90%
Warm Spicy shared
50%
73%
Fresh Spicy shared
70%
62%
56%
56%
52%

Performance

L'Homme Prada Reflection 45 Man
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

L'Homme Prada

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The bright neroli and powdery iris shine in spring, while the soft woody and amber base gives it enough warmth for fall. Its fresh yet cozy character avoids extreme heat or deep winter cold.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Polished, inoffensive, and subtly intriguing, this is a perfect signature for office and date settings. Its powdery floral-woody profile is refined for formal, but not too serious for casual days.

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 powdery, woody, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

L'Homme Prada EDT
Reflection 45 Man Extrait
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