A*Men Pure Havane
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Tobacco Honey
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Which Should You Buy?
A legendary designer tobacco-honey bomb, Mugler's Pure Havane is a smooth, sweet, and slightly smoky masterpiece that's a crime to have discontinued. It's often compared to Naxos, but don't get it twisted - this came first and, for many, it's still superior.
This one is as divisive as it is potent. For some, it's a 'masterpiece' of photorealistic honey and nuanced tobacco. For others, it's a 'sickeningly sweet', 'headache-inducing' honey bomb that drowns out everything else. Sample before you splurge, as personal chemistry is key.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 4% | 5% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 2% |
| Sweet | 46% | 55% |
| Warm | 30% | 37% |
| Woody | 11% | 3% |
| Earthy | 22% | 9% |
| Animalic | 9% | 5% |
| Fresh | 0% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and inherent sweetness make it too much for an office setting. However, it's a solid choice for dates, formal events, and colder casual outings, as many reviewers rave about its compliment-getting power in those situations.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its beast-mode performance and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear or sport, where it would be overwhelming. The rich, opulent character of honey and tobacco, combined with frequent mentions of its sex appeal, positions it perfectly for dates and formal events, though some find it can be worn casually if applied lightly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Honey, Vanilla accords and Honey, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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