Is Perfume Parlour Hair Dresser a dupe of Maison Margiela At the Barber's?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- At the Barber's
- Hair Dresser
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
A barbershop fougère reimagined for the modern man. Crisp basil, lavender, and white musk conjure the immaculate feel of a classic shave, making this one of the cleanest and most refined everyday scents in its genre.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of At The Barber's - a aromatic fragrance led by Black Pepper, Bitter Orange, Basil, with warm spicy depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Bright aromatic herbs and citrus make it ideal for spring and fall, evoking freshness and crisp air. Its clean, soapy character suits mild temperatures, while moderate warmth and projection make it less optimal for summer heat or deep winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and clean, professional vibe are perfect for office and daytime casual settings. The refined fougère structure fits smart-casual dates but is understated for formal events or high-energy sportswear.
Seasons
The aromatic character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its aromatic, warm spicy signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
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 9 of its 10 notes, including Leather, Musk, Pepper
Adds moss, drops oakmoss
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Hair Dresser EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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