Is Armaf Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition a dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Pour Homme?

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Scandal Pour Homme Eau de Toilette bottle Scandal Pour Homme EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2021 Year 2026
££ Price Tier ££
Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition Eau de Parfum bottle Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition EDP
$62.95+ tax from
1.7 fl oz (50 ml) at FragranceShop.com
Best value $25.23/fl oz (5.0 fl oz (150 ml))
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$29.99+ tax from
3.4 fl oz (100 ml) at Maple Prime
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Scandal Pour Homme EDT
A knockout gourmand for men, Scandal Pour Homme projects caramel swagger with a punchy sweetness and striking presence. If you crave attention and crave dessert, nothing else in the designer world hits quite like this.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition EDP
A vibrant, uplifting citrus-amber that delivers broad appeal. Expect a bright and spicy journey that settles into warm, inviting woods.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Scandal Pour Homme EDT A Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Scandal Pour Homme EDT
Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition EDP

Notes

Scandal Pour Homme
Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition

Top Notes

Green Notes 50% Orange 50%
Shared Notes
Mandarin 52% vs 11%
Only in Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition
Green Notes 50% Orange 50% Sandalwood 33% Iris 33% Vanilla 33% Citrus 11% Woody Notes 11% Floral Notes 11% Spicy Notes 11% Amber 11% Jasmine 11% Tuberose 11% Honeysuckle 11%
Only in Scandal Pour Homme
Mandarin 53% Clary Sage 47%
Only in Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition
Green Notes 50% Orange 50%
Only in Scandal Pour Homme
Caramel 51% Tonka Bean 49%
Only in Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition
Citrus 11% Woody Notes 11% Floral Notes 11% Spicy Notes 11% Amber 11% Mandarin 11% Jasmine 11% Tuberose 11% Honeysuckle 11%
Only in Scandal Pour Homme
Vetiver 100%
Only in Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition
Sandalwood 33% Iris 33% Vanilla 33%

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

Scandal Pour Homme Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Scandal Pour Homme

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Best in fall and winter due to its heavy caramel, tonka, and sweet-ambery warmth, which could overwhelm in heat but feel inviting in cool weather. Spring is possible for evenings, but summer use is limited by the intensity and sweetness.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Ideal for date nights and going out, where its powerful, sweet projection shines. Its loudness and gourmand nature make it less suitable for the office or sporty activities but can add drama to formal or casual occasions.

Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The bright citrus and warm amber make this versatile, fitting for both relaxed outings and more intimate evenings. Its energetic opening could be a bit much for a formal office setting, but it's generally well-suited for social gatherings.

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.

Overall scent match
5%
Key Similarities

Shares 1 of its 5 notes, including Mandarin

Key Differences

Adds caramel and clary sage, drops amber and citrus

Where to buy

Scandal Pour Homme EDT
Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage Edition EDP

Prices before sales tax, which the shop adds at checkout.

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