Gentlemen Only Eau de Toilette vs Magnificent VII For Men Eau de Parfum

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Gentlemen Only Eau de Toilette bottle Gentlemen Only EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2013 Year 2002
££ Price Tier £
Magnificent VII For Men Eau de Parfum bottle Magnificent VII For Men EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gentlemen Only EDT
This is a wonderfully understated modern classic. Forget the performance whingers; Gentlemen Only is a fresh, woody powerhouse that quietly commands attention. A true hidden gem for those in the know, easily signature-worthy.
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Our Verdict - Magnificent VII For Men EDP
A budget take on the groundbreaking YSL M7, built around the same smooth oud over a bright citrus opening and warm amber base. It captures the polished, understated oud-amber character but renders the powdery-orangey depth flatter and shorter-lived than the original.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Gentlemen Only EDT
Magnificent VII For Men EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 23% vs 34%
Bergamot 14% vs 36%
Only in Magnificent VII For Men
Rosemary 29%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 27% vs 44%
Only in Magnificent VII For Men
Oud 55%
Shared Notes
Musk 44% vs 48%
Only in Gentlemen Only
Incense 56%
Only in Magnificent VII For Men
Amber 52%

Accords

Gentlemen Only Magnificent VII For Men
100%
Woody
85%
75%
Citrus
74%
Smoky
Oud
70%
66%
Aromatic
50%
56%
Amber
65%
60%
Musky
57%
Earthy
55%
Leather
55%
Balsamic
Woody shared
100%
85%
75%
74%
Oud
70%
Aromatic shared
66%
50%
Amber shared
56%
65%
60%
57%
55%
55%

Performance

Gentlemen Only Magnificent VII For Men
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Gentlemen Only

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its clean, fresh, and refined woody profile makes it perfect for the office without being overbearing. While some report poor longevity, many find its performance acceptable for daily wear or date nights, where its intimate sillage is a plus. It's versatile enough for most settings where a sophisticated, non-shouty presence is desired.

Magnificent VII For Men

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The smooth oud, vetiver and warm amber profile is at its best in cooler autumn and winter weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its sophisticated, understated oud-amber character suits evenings, formal wear and dates over daytime casual or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, amber

Key Differences

Adds amber and oud, drops birch and cedar

Where to buy

Gentlemen Only EDT
Magnificent VII For Men EDP
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