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Which Should You Buy?
One of the most beloved designer tobacco scents, London for Men envelops you in spicy warmth and refined nostalgia. It is a comforting, gentlemanly staple for cold weather and evening wear.
Skip this one and go for the original. It is a serviceable woody-spicy scent, but not a patch on what it's trying to ape, with a persistent weird grassy note that throws the balance right off. You really do get what you pay for.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 8% |
| Floral | 14% | 13% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 7% | 7% |
| Sweet | 13% | 12% |
| Warm | 24% | 24% |
| Woody | 14% | 14% |
| Earthy | 17% | 18% |
| Animalic | 17% | 18% |
| Fresh | 9% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Rich tobacco, cinnamon, and leather give this a warm, enveloping character that excels in fall and winter. The moderate sweetness and woody depth make it less fitting for hot weather but wearable in early spring.
Occasions
Its spicy-tobacco warmth and moderate boldness suit dates and formal events, while the richness can be a bit much for office or sporty settings. Works for casual evenings, less so for daytime business.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and woody-spicy profile make it versatile for casual and office wear, though it lacks the distinct richness for formal events. The tobacco note limits its suitability for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Sweet, Leather accords and Lavender, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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