Gentleman Society Extrême Eau de Parfum vs Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Gentleman Society Extrême

Edp	Concentration	Extrait
M	Gender	U
2024	Year	2021
££	Price Tier	£££££

Reflection 45 Man

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gentleman Society Extrême Eau de Parfum

A commanding woody coffee fragrance with smooth powdery iris and a cool minty twist - bold, charismatic, and perfect for those seeking a modern take on gentlemanly sophistication.

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Our Verdict - Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Reflection 45 is a divisive beast. While many hail it as a masterpiece - a more mature, refined version of the original - others find its strength cloying, its projection lacking, or its character too derivative. This isn't a safe blind buy, so sample before you splash the cash.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	4%
Floral	12%	18%
Fruity	0%	1%
Green	15%	14%
Sweet	22%	18%
Warm	15%	18%
Woody	26%	20%
Earthy	13%	15%
Animalic	1%	2%
Fresh	15%	14%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Gentleman Society Extrême EdP

Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes

Clary Sage 30% vs 15%

Only in Gentleman Society Extrême Eau de Parfum

Nutmeg 36% Mint 33%

Only in Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Lavender 23% Juniper 17% Cardamom 16% Benzoin 15% Pink Pepper 13%

Only in Gentleman Society Extrême Eau de Parfum

Coffee 27% Orris 27% Vetiver 23% Narcissus 23%

Only in Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Iris 23% Jasmine 21% Neroli 19% Angelica 13% Tonka Bean 12% Vanilla 11%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 33% vs 14%

Cedar 29% vs 15%

Only in Gentleman Society Extrême Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 37%

Only in Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Frankincense 17% Vetiver 14% Patchouli 14% Myrrh 13% Opoponax 12%

Accords

Gentleman Society Extrême Eau de Parfum Reflection 45 Man Extrait

100%

Woody

92%

70%

Aromatic

100%

Amber

90%

75%

Powdery

64%

55%

Warm Spicy

73%

White Floral

63%

45%

Fresh Spicy

62%

Iris

56%

Lavender

56%

Balsamic

52%

48%

Green

38%

Earthy

Woody shared

100%

92%

Aromatic shared

70%

100%

Amber

90%

Powdery shared

75%

64%

Warm Spicy shared

55%

73%

White Floral

63%

Fresh Spicy shared

45%

62%

Iris

56%

Lavender

56%

Balsamic

52%

Green

48%

Earthy

38%

Performance

Gentleman Society Extrême Eau de Parfum Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Gentleman Society Extrême Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

The blend of woody, spicy, and powdery notes with coffee and vanilla make this fragrance ideal for cooler fall and winter months, yet the aromatic and minty top gives it some spring versatility. It is a bit too rich and dense for high summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its warm, woody, and elegant character suits date nights and evening wear, while the aromatic and powdery facets add enough refinement for formal events. Moderate projection makes it somewhat office-appropriate but it is too rich for sporty or very casual daytime use.

Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its exceptional longevity and high oil concentration make it too potent for casual wear or sport, potentially overwhelming in warm conditions. However, this same impressive performance and sophisticated profile are well-suited for formal events and date nights, commanding attention without being overtly loud. It can work for office wear in moderation due to its clean yet dense character.