Is French Avenue Glacier Le Noir a dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Le Parfum?

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Le Male Le Parfum Eau de Parfum bottle Le Male Le Parfum EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2020 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Glacier Le Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Glacier Le Noir EDP
£53.99 from
75ml at Paco Perfumerias
Best value £0.43/ml (200ml)
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Le Male Le Parfum EDP
A magnetic fusion of spicy cardamom, powdery lavender, and creamy vanilla, Le Male Le Parfum modernizes the classic DNA into a bold, sensual signature with impressive projection. Unapologetically warm, sweet, and charismatic.
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Our Verdict - Glacier Le Noir EDP
An intriguing blend that walks the line between mystery and sophistication, with a balanced spicy-woody profile.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Le Male Le Parfum EDP A Glacier Le Noir EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Le Male Le Parfum EDP
Glacier Le Noir EDP

Notes

Le Male Le Parfum
Glacier Le Noir

Heart Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 51% vs 40%
Iris 48% vs 60%
Amber 33% vs 30%
Only in Le Male Le Parfum
Cardamom 100%
Only in Glacier Le Noir
Pink Pepper 62% Ginger 38%
Shared Notes
Lavender 51% vs 40%
Iris 48% vs 60%
Shared Notes
Amber 33% vs 30%
Only in Le Male Le Parfum
Vanilla 38% Woody Notes 28%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Le Male Le Parfum Glacier Le Noir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Le Male Le Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The deep vanilla, amber, and spicy cardamom make this ideal for cold or transitional weather, where its warmth and richness shine. It's too dense and sweet for most summer days but performs beautifully in fall and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Its bold, sensual character and strong projection make it a standout for evening, dates, and formal events, while the sweetness and powdery elements also suit smart-casual settings. Too opulent and attention-grabbing for the gym or hot weather.

Glacier Le Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

The spicy and woody elements lend themselves well to cooler weather, making it suitable for fall and winter, while the aromatic freshness allows limited use in warmer seasons.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate projection and balanced intensity make it versatile for date and formal occasions, while its niche profile supports casual settings but less so for sports.

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.

Overall scent match
43%
Key Similarities

Shares 3 of its 8 notes, including Amber, Lavender, Iris

Key Differences

Adds ginger and patchouli, drops cardamom and vanilla

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International (2)

Import charges may apply

These shops deliver to the United Kingdom from the United States. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work

75ml 1 offer
125ml 1 offer

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