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Halston 101 Eau de Parfum bottle Halston 101 EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
1983 Year 1998
££ Price Tier £
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Halston 101 EDP
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.
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Our Verdict - Reserve for Men EDT
This 90s throwback is a safe bet for a clean, fresh, masculine vibe, beloved for its versatility and uncanny resemblance to pricier icons. While some find its performance lacking, it's generally well-received as an inoffensive daily wear.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Halston 101 EDP
Reserve for Men EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 23% vs 23%
Bergamot 16% vs 21%
Shared Notes
Carnation 26% vs 19%
Caraway 23% vs 17%
Only in Halston 101
Geranium 26% Pine 24%
Shared Notes
Musk 31% vs 18%
Amber 25% vs 20%

Accords

Halston 101 Reserve for Men
100%
Aromatic
100%
72%
Fresh Spicy
85%
69%
Woody
66%
46%
Citrus
68%
58%
Musky
Lavender
54%
52%
Powdery
49%
Herbal
50%
49%
Amber
48%
Floral
45%
Rose
48%
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
72%
85%
Woody shared
69%
66%
Citrus shared
46%
68%
58%
54%
52%
Herbal shared
49%
50%
49%
Floral shared
48%
45%
48%

Performance

Halston 101 Reserve for Men
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Halston 101

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

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.

Reserve for Men

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, inoffensive profile and moderate sillage make it ideal for the office and casual wear. While some reviewers suggest formal use, its fresh nature and varied performance reports lend themselves better to daytime or less formal evening events. Its sporty aspect is often highlighted, making it suitable for activity.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, fresh spicy, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Halston 101 EDP
Reserve for Men EDT
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