Is Fragrance World John Gustav Homme Amaze a dupe of Louis Vuitton L’Immensité?
L’Immensité justifies its luxury price with brighter, more natural citruses and a smoother amber base. Homme Amaze leans into synthetic aromatics, sacrificing refinement for affordability. The Louis Vuitton pick boasts superior longevity and projection, while the Fragrance World creation risks smelling generic and fading quickly. If you value a high-quality, long-lasting fresh scent and don't mind paying a premium, L’Immensité is the clear winner. However, if you seek a budget-friendly alternative and are willing to compromise on quality and performance, Homme Amaze is an option.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- L’Immensité
- John Gustav Homme Amaze
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a high-quality, long-lasting fresh scent.
- You appreciate natural-smelling citruses.
- You prefer a smoother, more refined amber base.
- Longevity and projection are important to you.
- You want a budget-friendly alternative.
- You don't mind compromising on quality.
- You prefer a bolder, more synthetic aromatic profile.
- You enjoy exploring affordable dupes.
Refined rather than novel: a crisp, polished fresh scent that wears well for hours. Grapefruit and ginger sparkle first, and ambroxan with ambergris gives it a clean, airy finish.
This "inspiration" of a popular scent is a divisive one. While some champion its budget-friendly charm and crowd-pleasing aroma, others dismiss it as a poorly performing clone, lacking originality and lasting power. Approach with caution and manage your expectations.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Bergamot
7%
vs
27%
Ginger
13% share of the perfume
Grapefruit
13% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
12% share of the perfume
Ambergris
10% share of the perfume
Amber
10% share of the perfume
Musk
10% share of the perfume
Rosemary
8% share of the perfume
Sage
7% share of the perfume
Labdanum
5% share of the perfume
Cascalone
5% share of the perfume
Geranium
1% share of the perfume
Coconut
30% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
28% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
15% share of the perfume
Rosemary
8% share of the perfume
Sage
7% share of the perfume
Cascalone
5% share of the perfume
Geranium
1% share of the perfume
Coconut
30% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
12% share of the perfume
Ambergris
10% share of the perfume
Amber
10% share of the perfume
Musk
10% share of the perfume
Labdanum
5% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
28% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
15% share of the perfume
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
Grapefruit, ginger and sage keep it fresh enough for spring and summer, and the amber base lets it work in autumn.
Occasions
Crisp, polished and long-lasting, it suits the office, casual days and dinners. It is understated rather than dressy for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its lighter projection and short longevity make it suitable for casual wear or gym sessions where a strong scent isn't ideal. While acceptable for a date, it might not command attention given its fleeting nature.
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 1 of its 12 notes, including Bergamot
Adds amber and ambergris, drops coconut and sandalwood
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
John Gustav Homme Amaze EDP
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