L’Homme Idéal EDT

Guerlain by Thierry Wasser Original
92%

No.205 L'Homme Ideal EDP

Eden Perfumes   Dupe
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L’Homme Idéal Eau de Toilette bottle L’Homme Idéal EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
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2014 Year -
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No.205 L'Homme Ideal Eau de Parfum bottle No.205 L'Homme Ideal EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L’Homme Idéal EDT
Few men's fragrances blend sweet almond, creamy tonka, and zesty citrus with such easy elegance. L’Homme Idéal EDT is distinctive, inviting, and modern, offering a signature that's both gentlemanly and delightfully approachable.
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Our Verdict - No.205 L'Homme Ideal EDP
A boozy, almond-and-tonka aftershave built to echo Guerlain's L'Homme Ideal line - the syrupy cherry-cola opening and toasted-almond drydown are both present, though the original's inconsistent longevity means this dupe isn't giving up much on staying power.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
L’Homme Idéal EDT
No.205 L'Homme Ideal EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Orange Blossom 24% vs 39%
Bitter Orange 23% vs 30%
Rosemary 23% vs 30%
Only in L’Homme Idéal
Citrus 28%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 50% vs 47%
Almond 50% vs 52%
Shared Notes
Leather 37% vs 36%
Cedar 31% vs 31%
Vetiver 31% vs 31%

Accords

L’Homme Idéal No.205 L'Homme Ideal
85%
Citrus
80%
Sweet
55%
Almond
70%
65%
Aromatic
60%
Woody
40%
60%
Nutty
45%
Leather
40%
35%
Amber
Citrus
85%
Sweet shared
80%
55%
Almond
70%
Aromatic
65%
Woody shared
60%
40%
Nutty
60%
Leather shared
45%
40%
Amber
35%

Performance

L’Homme Idéal No.205 L'Homme Ideal
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

L’Homme Idéal

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The bright citruses and sweet almond make it lively enough for spring, while the warm tonka, vanilla, leather, and woody base give strong presence for cool fall days and even mild winter. Not too heavy for summer evenings, but may be sweet for high heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its inviting sweetness and moderate projection suit daily wear, dates, or office use-never cloying but distinct. A touch too gourmand and plush for sporty or ultra-formal black tie, but versatile for most situations.

No.205 L'Homme Ideal

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Also Works:
Office Date Casual Formal Sport

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Both lean sweet, leather, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

L’Homme Idéal EDT
No.205 L'Homme Ideal EDP
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