Is MPF L'Amour a dupe of Thomas Kosmala Après l’Amour?
Après l’Amour EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2018 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
L'Amour EDP
Après l’Amour and L'Amour both aim for an amber-musk profile, but differ notably in their execution. Après l’Amour can be a risky buy; its citrus and spice either sing beautifully or turn synthetic on some wearers. L'Amour, however, confidently strides in as a Baccarat Rouge alternative, offering a bold amber-saffron statement without the hefty price tag. If you prioritize uniqueness and are willing to test the waters, go for Après l’Amour. But if you seek an affordable, crowd-pleasing amber fragrance, L'Amour is the safer bet.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Après l’Amour
- L'Amour
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a fragrance with a unique, spicy citrus twist.
- You appreciate potent, long-lasting scents.
- You're willing to sample before committing to a full bottle.
- You want a Baccarat Rouge-esque scent on a budget.
- You prefer a bold, amber-saffron fragrance.
- You want a crowd-pleasing, less risky scent profile.
This is a truly polarising beast. Après l'Amour either blooms into a beautiful, potent aura of spiced musk and citrus or devolves into something synthetic and unwearable. Sample before committing, because if it loves you back, it will last forever.
If your mates tell you this smells like Baccarat Rouge but you're not paying Baccarat Rouge prices, this Amber-Saffron bomb is your go-to. It's a proper statement, no shrinking violet.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Spicy Notes
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Base Notes
Spicy Notes
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Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear performance and intense sillage make it a questionable choice for the office, where subtlety often wins. However, its bold and sensual character makes it ideal for dates and evening events. For casual wear, a very light hand is needed to avoid overwhelming others.
Seasons
Community season votes for Thomas Kosmala Après l’Amour, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring, autumn and winter.
Occasions
The strong amber and spicy accords make it a bit much for the office but perfect for dates and evening events where you want to leave an impression. It's too rich and opulent for sporty or very casual wear.
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 2 of its 6 notes, including Musk, Amber
Adds lemon zest and petitgrain, drops evernyl and jasmine
Where to buy
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