B9 Eau de Parfum vs Mahon Leather Eau de Parfum

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B9 Eau de Parfum bottle B9 EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2015 Year 2011
££££ Price Tier ££
Mahon Leather Eau de Parfum bottle Mahon Leather EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - B9 EDP
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it. Some reckon it's a 'nuclear white floral bomb' perfect for warm climes, while others find it turns rancid or overwhelming, especially on their skin. Definitely one to test before buying a full bottle.
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Our Verdict - Mahon Leather EDP
This is a proper, 'old money' leather that whispers rather than shouts. It's sophisticated and refined, a beautifully blended scent for those who appreciate understated elegance. While some find it too subtle, fans rave about its unique, aristocratic charm.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
B9 EDP
Mahon Leather EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Citrus 50% vs 44%
Only in B9
Saffron 50%
Only in Mahon Leather
Jasmine 55%
Shared Notes
Musk 20% vs 15%
Amber 20% vs 17%
Sandalwood 20% vs 17%

Accords

B9 Mahon Leather
100%
White Floral
65%
Woody
100%
48%
Leather
97%
60%
Amber
87%
70%
Warm Spicy
85%
62%
Powdery
79%
Earthy
74%
72%
Musky
Iris
69%
54%
Animalic
65%
Aromatic
61%
54%
Lactonic
52%
Metallic
White Floral shared
100%
65%
100%
Leather shared
48%
97%
Amber shared
60%
87%
Warm Spicy shared
70%
85%
Powdery shared
62%
79%
74%
72%
69%
Animalic shared
54%
65%
61%
54%
52%

Performance

B9 Mahon Leather
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

B9

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its 'nuclear' strength and beastly sillage, B9 is probably a bit much for most offices, though some wear it. It's much better suited for dates and evenings out where its bold, sensual character can shine. It's a bit too rich for casual daily wear or anything sporty.

Mahon Leather

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and refined character make it perfect for the office and formal events. While elegant enough for a date, its understated nature might be too reserved for some casual settings, and it's certainly not suited for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean white floral, warm spicy, powdery

Key Differences

Adds iris and labdanum, drops gardenia and oakmoss

Where to buy

B9 EDP
Mahon Leather EDP
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