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Which Should You Buy?
A beast-mode performer, Lionheart Man is a proper crowd-pleaser for most, offering undeniable value. Some find the opening a bit harsh, but if you can push past that, you're in for a long-lasting, compliment-grabbing ride.
Match Fragrances' interpretation of Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Male Elixir (2022) - the Quentin Bisch honey-lavender-tobacco extrait that became Le Male's most concentrated and addictive iteration, here translated into a lavender-honey opening over tobacco and a vanilla-tonka close. Honest dupe-fidelity for cold-weather evening wear at a fraction of the designer price.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 7% | 9% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 12% | 9% |
| Sweet | 43% | 49% |
| Warm | 17% | 22% |
| Woody | 3% | 3% |
| Earthy | 6% | 6% |
| Animalic | 3% | 5% |
| Fresh | 22% | 14% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its beastly projection and longevity make it less suitable for an office environment, but perfect for dates and evening events where you want to make an impression. The sweet, warm accords lend themselves well to cooler weather and special occasions, with many reviewers recommending it for autumn/winter.
Seasons
Honey-tobacco-vanilla extrait structure peaks in cold weather; summer too heavy.
Occasions
Indulgent extrait sweet-masculine fits date, formal evening; less suited to office, sport, or warm-weather casual.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Lavender, Honey, Vanilla accords and Lavender, Honey notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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