Los Angeles Men
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2015 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Malbec Noir
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
If you're after 'Eros but grown-up and less rowdy', Los Angeles Men delivers, especially for the price. Just manage your expectations on performance - it's a quiet charmer, not a shouty club banger.
This Malbec is a divisive one: some find it a unique, original fresh-fruity twist on the woody-wine genre, others find it boring and derivative. It's not as dark as the 'Noir' in its name suggests, making it surprisingly versatile.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 18% |
| Floral | 8% | 6% |
| Fruity | 12% | 19% |
| Green | 10% | 6% |
| Sweet | 16% | 18% |
| Warm | 29% | 19% |
| Woody | 13% | 12% |
| Earthy | 9% | 10% |
| Animalic | 3% | 6% |
| Fresh | 21% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and smooth, warm scent profile make it suitable for close-quarters like dates and casual outings without being overpowering. While fresh, its underlying tobacco and amber might be a bit much for strenuous sport, and for office use, you'll want to go light on sprays due to its sweet nature.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Despite its 'Noir' name, many find this fragrance fresh and versatile enough for office wear, or even daytime, due to its prominent fruity and aromatic elements. Its sensual, boozy undertones make it particularly well-suited for dates and evening casual events, though its bold character might be too strong for formal settings or sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fruity accords and Pepper, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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