Le Male Essence de
| Parfum | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2015 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
CH Men Prive
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A truly divisive Le Male flanker. This 'grown-up' take on the classic is loved by many for its mature leather and vanilla, but others find it unremarkable or even harsh. Definitely not a blind buy unless you're chasing that discontinued hype.
This one's a damn shame it got discontinued, because Men Privée is a leather-forward, boozy powerhouse. If you can get your hands on an older batch, you're in for a treat; just be warned that newer versions might not pack the same punch.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 15% |
| Floral | 5% | 3% |
| Fruity | 1% | 4% |
| Green | 15% | 15% |
| Sweet | 17% | 19% |
| Warm | 32% | 22% |
| Woody | 7% | 12% |
| Earthy | 8% | 10% |
| Animalic | 17% | 9% |
| Fresh | 15% | 19% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy, and leathery profile, coupled with moderate projection, makes it an excellent choice for dates or formal evening events. While some find it office-safe due to its toned-down sillage, its sensual nature might be too much for casual daytime wear or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong boozy and leather accords, coupled with a generally good projection (for older batches at least), make it too intense for the office. However, it's perfect for date nights, evenings out, and formal events where its alluring, confident presence can truly shine. Some found it suitable for casual wear as well, hinting at a certain versatility despite its intensity.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Leather, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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