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Gaultier 2 Eau de Parfum bottle Gaultier 2 EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2005 Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££££
Magnetic Blend 8 Eau de Parfum bottle Magnetic Blend 8 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gaultier 2 EDP
This amber-vanilla powerhouse from Francis Kurkdjian is a cult classic; a love-it-or-hate-it scent with a huge following. Despite its divisive nature, Gaultier 2 earned a reputation as a 'sex in a bottle' compliment-getter for good reason.
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Our Verdict - Magnetic Blend 8 EDP
A captivating unisex fragrance that showcases the power of musk in a modern, mysterious blend.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Gaultier 2 EDP
Magnetic Blend 8 EDP

Notes

Gaultier 2
Magnetic Blend 8

Heart Notes

Heart Notes

Only in Gaultier 2
Musk 100%
Shared Notes
Amber 50% vs 40%
Only in Gaultier 2
Vanilla 50%
Only in Magnetic Blend 8
Musk 60%

Accords

Gaultier 2 Magnetic Blend 8
100%
Amber
60%
81%
Musky
100%
97%
Vanilla
86%
Powdery
52%
Animalic
70%
49%
Sweet
Amber shared
100%
60%
Musky shared
81%
100%
97%
86%
Animalic shared
52%
70%
49%

Performance

Gaultier 2 Magnetic Blend 8
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Gaultier 2

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Gaultier 2's potent sillage and intense amber-vanilla character make it too much for an office setting. It truly shines for dates and evening events, where its warm, seductive nature can be appreciated without overwhelming others. It's too heavy for sport.

Magnetic Blend 8

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Its strong, musky base makes it more suitable for cooler weather, where it can flourish without becoming overwhelming.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

The musky and strong character of the fragrance is versatile for most settings, except sporty occasions where something lighter might be preferable.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, musky, animalic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Gaultier 2 EDP
Magnetic Blend 8 EDP
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