Dupe Pair
44%
Somewhat Similar
Homme Intense Eau de Parfum bottle Homme Intense
Edp Concentration Edp
M Gender U
2011 Year 2013
££ Price Tier £
Truly For Men Eau de Parfum bottle Truly For Men
Our Verdict

Dior Homme Intense and Rasasi Truly For Men both explore iris and woody notes, but diverge significantly in price and overall profile. DHI is a premium, plush experience, emphasizing creamy iris and refined musks for a modern, elegant feel. Truly For Men, on the other hand, offers a budget-friendly alternative, sacrificing some refinement for affordability and impressive longevity. The key difference lies in the depth and complexity; DHI offers a richer, more nuanced experience, while Truly For Men provides a more straightforward, powdery iris.

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Homme Intense Eau de Parfum ScentArt View Liquid → Homme Intense
View Liquid → Truly For Men

Which Should You Buy?

Choose Homme Intense if...
  • You want a luxurious and sophisticated signature scent.
  • You appreciate high-quality ingredients and blending.
  • You want a modern and refined iris fragrance.
  • Price is not a major concern for you.
Choose Truly For Men if...
  • You want an affordable iris fragrance.
  • You prioritize value for money and performance.
  • You enjoy powdery and straightforward scents.
  • You are new to iris fragrances and want to experiment.
Our Verdict - Homme Intense
Still the reference iris for men, Dior Homme Intense is plush, elegant, and sensual. Its creamy iris and woody musks create a refined aura that is both comforting and strikingly modern.
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Our Verdict - Truly For Men
If you're into that iris, powdery vibe but don't want to shell out for Dior Homme, this is a no-brainer. It's a genuine banger with serious lasting power for a fraction of the cost. Get on it before everyone else does.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 31% 1%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 13% 28%
Sweet 6% 13%
Warm 0% 39%
Woody 29% 16%
Earthy 18% 15%
Animalic 0% 4%
Fresh 19% 10%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Homme Intense EdP
Truly For Men EdP

Notes

Homme Intense
Truly For Men

Top Notes

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Heart Notes

Only in Homme Intense
Lavender 100%
Only in Truly For Men
Spicy 100%
Only in Homme Intense
Iris 100%
Only in Truly For Men
Green 100%
Only in Homme Intense
Cedar 53% Vetiver 47%
Only in Truly For Men
Amber 67% Woody 33%

Accords

Homme Intense Truly For Men
Amber
100%
95%
Powdery
70%
Woody
52%
65%
Sweet
Green
52%
50%
Musky
Animalic
44%
40%
Fruity
100%
95%
Woody shared
70%
52%
65%
52%
50%
44%
40%

Performance

Homme Intense Truly For Men
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Homme Intense

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

The rich, powdery iris, musky ambrette, and dense woody base make this ideal for cool weather, especially fall and winter. Its creamy floral warmth works well in spring, but can become cloying in summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its sophisticated, powdery-floral character with moderate projection excels for romantic dates and upscale formal events. The understated elegance fits office settings but is too plush for sporty situations.

Truly For Men

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its long-lasting, sophisticated character, and the fact that reviewers wear it to work, make it a solid choice for office and suitable for formal events due to its amber and woody notes. It's too refined for casual sport, but excellent for date nights where its distinctiveness can really shine.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
44%
Olfactory
52%
Notes
57%
Accord
16%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody accords

Key Differences

Different accord profile

Where to buy

Homme Intense
Truly For Men
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