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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a mixed bag, to put it mildly. Some folks reckon it's a spot-on dupe and a fantastic score, while others will tell you it's a barbeque-scented disaster. It's affordable, but prepare for some serious debate.
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Carolina Herrera Bad Boy (2019) - white pepper, cinnamon and tonka bean translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 8% |
| Floral | 8% | 2% |
| Fruity | 3% | 1% |
| Green | 17% | 14% |
| Sweet | 21% | 27% |
| Warm | 32% | 39% |
| Woody | 12% | 13% |
| Earthy | 10% | 8% |
| Animalic | 3% | 1% |
| Fresh | 12% | 14% |
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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate to strong projection and warm, spicy-sweet profile make it better suited for cooler evenings and intimate settings rather than the office. While some find it elegant enough for formal wear, the distinct date sweetness leans more casual, and it's definitely not for sport.
Seasons
Tonka-cacao-pepper natural autumn-winter fit.
Occasions
Date, casual evening, restrained office.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Amber, Sweet accords and Pepper, Sage notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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