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Which Should You Buy?
This collector's edition is essentially the original Le Male Elixir in a flashy new outfit. If you're a devoted collector, go for it; otherwise, stick to the tried-and-tested original. Expect robust performance and a divisive take on the minty opening.
Monaco 77 captures the lavender-into-sweet-vanilla-tobacco arc of JPG Le Male Elixir Parfum well, though the honey-tobacco base is noticeably lighter than the original's rich, resinous intensity.
Scent Profile
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its sweet, amber profile and strong projection make it less suitable for the office. However, it excels on dates and during evenings out, with reviewers highlighting its amazing projection and longevity.
Seasons
A sweet, resinous tobacco-vanilla composition is built for cold weather, where its warmth feels most appropriate.
Occasions
Warm and adventurous enough for a date, with enough everyday wearability for casual cool-weather wear.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean vanilla, sweet, aromatic
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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