Is Oil Perfumery Halston Halston 101 a dupe of Halston 101?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a true legend - a much-missed, intensely masculine powerhouse that devotees are desperate to resurrect. It evokes pure nostalgia and has a cult following for a reason.
A well-balanced fragrance that combines fresh and spicy notes, making it suitable for various casual occasions.
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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 bold projection and robust, classic profile mean it's probably a bit much for a quiet office, but it excels in formal settings or on a date. It's too assertive for casual sportswear, yet many consider it a signature scent.
Seasons
The warm spicy and woody accords make it suitable for cooler spring and fall temperatures, while it could be a bit too heavy for summer.
Occasions
The moderate projection and intensity suit casual and semi-formal settings but might not be ideal for sports or formal events.
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 3 of its 13 notes, including Musk, Amber, Cedar
Adds artemisia and bergamot, drops blackcurrant and grapefruit
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Halston 101 EDP
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