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Which Should You Buy?
A ‘90s classic that captures American optimism in a bottle, Tommy is a green-citrus blast that stays effortlessly clean and energetic. It is the definition of casual, everyday freshness.
Mercedes-Benz Select is stuck in a bit of a quandary. It's often seen as an Aventus-esque scent, which for some is a compliment, for others, an insult. Unfortunately, many users report performance so poor it makes the whole thing feel a bit pointless.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
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Base Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The crisp citrus, green, and minty notes make Tommy ideal for spring and summer, evoking freshness and clean air. Its airy profile fades quickly in cold weather, so it underwhelms in winter.
Occasions
The subtle projection and clean, breezy character make this safe for office and everyday wear, and it is especially at home in casual or sporty settings. It lacks the richness for formal occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and broadly appealing scent profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, especially for a bit of 'grocery shopping Aventus'. However, its reported weak longevity and projection limit its suitability for dates or formal events where more impact is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean green, fresh spicy, citrus
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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