The Kingdom For Men
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2021 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Deux Cent Douze VIP Black
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Which Should You Buy?
Lattafa's The Kingdom for Men is a budget-friendly dupe that's stirred up a proper fuss. It's close to the original, but opinions are divided on whether it truly captures the magic or falls short with a synthetic opening and missing honey notes. Prepare for compliments, but also for a bit of a wait for it to "macerate" properly, if you believe in that sort of thing.
A sweet, dark designer scent that's a versatile crowd-pleaser. If you're looking for something reliable, high-end, and reminiscent of YSL La Nuit de L'Homme, this is a solid bet. It’s well-liked and deserves more attention.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 11% | 12% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 15% | 24% |
| Sweet | 35% | 30% |
| Warm | 18% | 18% |
| Woody | 4% | 0% |
| Earthy | 9% | 4% |
| Animalic | 4% | 8% |
| Fresh | 20% | 22% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With strong projection and long-lasting performance, this scent is primarily suited for date nights and colder casual outings. Its sweetness and amber warmth might be too much for formal settings or an office environment, but it's not entirely out of the question for the right situation. Definitely not a gym scent.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet and aromatic profile, along with a darker edge, makes it highly suitable for dates and evening events. While not overly loud, its refined character allows it to work for casual wear and even formal settings, though perhaps a bit too alluring for a strictly professional office. It's definitely not a sport fragrance.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Vanilla, Lavender accords and Lavender, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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