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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a seriously divisive piece of kit. You'll either get a gorgeous, potent blast of old-school class, or it'll smell like an elderly relative's bathroom. Love-it-or-hate-it, but if you love it, you'll love it hard for its unique character.
A budget take on Aramis 900's green floral-chypre signature, Horizon IX keeps the carnation-and-moss heart but trades the originals nuclear potency for a softer, more wearable cologne-style wear. The classic barbershop bones survive; the volume does not.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its bold, long-lasting projection makes it a bit much for the office. However, the rich, sophisticated notes and animalic undertones make it fantastic for dates and formal events, though some find it a bit too old-school for everyday casual wear.
Seasons
The mossy, carnation-spiced chypre character suits cooler autumn and winter wear, with enough freshness up top to carry into spring.
Occasions
A refined, classical aromatic that reads best in formal and office settings; mature rather than playful.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean aromatic, floral, woody
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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