Is Perfume Parlour Francis House a dupe of Dior Homme 2005?
Dior Homme 2005 EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2005 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Francis House EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Dior Homme 2005
- Francis House
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
A legendary, if divisive, classic. Dior Homme 2005 is a rich, iris-led stunner that dared to challenge masculine norms. Expect a sophisticated, somewhat powdery embrace that captivated many, but definitely isn't for everyone. Its discontinuation and subsequent reformulations only cemented its mythical status.
Perfume Parlour's affordable swing at Dior Homme 2020, the clean woody crowd-pleaser. It hits the bergamot-pink pepper opening and that creamy cashmere-cedar-Iso E heart, but trades the original's polished projection and all-day reach for a softer, shorter wear.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Vetiver
31%
vs
30%
Patchouli
30%
vs
30%
Bergamot
29%
vs
36%
Lavender
40%
Leather
38%
Iris
34%
Sage
30%
Cacao Pod
27%
Amber
20%
Cardamom
18%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated iris and warm, rich accords make it perfect for formal events and dates, lending an elegant air. While some find it versatile enough for daily wear, its depth and 'statement' quality might be a bit much for a casual office setting.
Seasons
The clean, fresh-woody profile is a transitional all-rounder, shining in spring and autumn and holding up through milder winter days.
Occasions
Polished but inoffensive, it slips easily into office and daily wear while having enough refinement for dates and smarter occasions.
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.
Shares 3 of its 10 notes, including Bergamot, Vetiver, Patchouli
Adds amber and cacao pod, drops cashmeran and cedar
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Francis House EDP
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Import charges may apply
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Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United States. How import charges work
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