Is Perfume Parlour Perfect Man a dupe of Guerlain L'Homme Idéal?
L'Homme Idéal Parfum
| Parfum | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2024 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Perfect Man EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- L'Homme Idéal
- Perfect Man
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
This flanker is a true chameleon, splitting opinion with its varied performance and controversial take on the classic L'Homme Idéal DNA. Some deem it a masterpiece, others a shadow of its predecessors. Either way, it's a classy, versatile scent for those who appreciate understated luxury.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of L Homme Ideal by Guerlain - a citrus fragrance led by Bitter Orange, Orange Blossom, Rosemary, with floral depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated, smooth dry-down and moderate projection make it highly suitable for office and formal wear, as often mentioned in reviews. The sensual accords, like amaretto and leather, make it ideal for romantic evenings, while its understated nature keeps it from being a 'beast mode' scent for sports.
Seasons
Reach for it across spring and summer, where the citrus signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.
Occasions
This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.
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.
Shares 1 of its 9 notes, including Leather
Adds almond and bitter orange, drops amaretto and musk
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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Perfect Man EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 15 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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