Paul Smith Extreme Man Eau de Toilette vs No.161 Phantom Eau de Parfum
Paul Smith Extreme Man EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
No.161 Phantom EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
Don't let the name fool you, there's nothing 'extreme' about this one. It's a fresh, unassuming scent that's loved by some for its clean simplicity, and dismissed by others as forgettably generic. Perfect for those who prefer their fragrance barely-there.
Eden's No.161 goes after Rabanne Phantom's creamy lavender-vanilla-woody aromatic accord, opened up with energising citrus. The bright top notes and lavender heart land close to the original, though the smart-tech sheen and depth of the real Phantom fade faster here.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its poor longevity and low sillage make it ideal for office wear or casual daytime use, as it's unlikely to offend. It's not strong enough for formal events or impactful date nights, but its fresh character suits the gym or quick errands.
Seasons
Community season votes for Rabanne Phantom, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring and summer.
Occasions
Wearers put Rabanne Phantom, the fragrance this is built to match, at its best for the office, date nights and casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean aromatic, citrus, woody
Adds lavender and spicy, drops cardamom and geranium
Where to buy
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