Is Perfume Parlour Space a dupe of Mugler Alien Man?

Alien Man EDT

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Space EDP

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Alien Man Eau de Toilette bottle Alien Man EDT
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2018 Year -
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Alien Man EDT
Divisive, unique, and for some, an absolute masterpiece. Mugler's Alien Man is either a love-it-or-hate-it scent that challenges the mainstream, or it's a generic let-down. You've got to try it yourself to find out.
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Our Verdict - Space EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Thierry Mugler - Alien Man - a aromatic fragrance led by Thyme, Mint, Lemon, with citrus depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Alien Man EDT A Space EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Alien Man EDT
Space EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Amber 37% vs 28%
Cashmeran 34% vs 33%
Vanilla 27% vs 38%
Cashmere Wood 23% vs 18%
Anise 19% vs 19%
Osmanthus 18% vs 22%
Pepper 17% vs 31%
Geranium 15% vs 27%
Mint 14% vs 26%
Thyme 12% vs 30%
Lemon 9% vs 23%
Shared Notes
Anise 19% vs 19%
Mint 14% vs 26%
Thyme 12% vs 30%
Lemon 9% vs 23%
Shared Notes
Cashmere Wood 23% vs 18%
Osmanthus 18% vs 22%
Pepper 17% vs 31%
Geranium 15% vs 27%
Only in Alien Man
Leather 25%
Shared Notes
Amber 37% vs 28%
Cashmeran 34% vs 33%
Vanilla 27% vs 38%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Alien Man Space
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Alien Man

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its unique, sometimes 'weird' profile and decent projection limit its office suitability, but the comforting, spicy warmth and leather make it excellent for dates, casual outings, and even slightly formal events, with minimal sport appeal given its depth.

Space

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Reach for it across spring and summer, where the aromatic signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.

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.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Shares 11 of its 15 notes, including Osmanthus, Cashmeran, Amber

Key Differences

Adds beech and dill

Where to buy

Alien Man EDT
Space EDP
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