A*Men Pure Havane
| Edt | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
A legendary designer tobacco-honey bomb, Mugler's Pure Havane is a smooth, sweet, and slightly smoky masterpiece that's a crime to have discontinued. It's often compared to Naxos, but don't get it twisted - this came first and, for many, it's still superior.
If you're after a beast mode version of Ambre Narguile or Angel's Share, this is your jam. It's a sweet, spicy, powerhouse that doesn't just fill a room, it owns it. A safe blind buy for fans of the genre, but don't expect groundbreaking originality.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 4% | 7% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 1% |
| Sweet | 46% | 44% |
| Warm | 30% | 33% |
| Woody | 11% | 8% |
| Earthy | 22% | 13% |
| Animalic | 9% | 8% |
| Fresh | 0% | 0% |
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 potent projection and inherent sweetness make it too much for an office setting. However, it's a solid choice for dates, formal events, and colder casual outings, as many reviewers rave about its compliment-getting power in those situations.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Given its 'out of this world' performance and 'thick, chunky sillage', this extrait is far too strong for the office. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events where its commanding presence is an asset, and can be worn casually if applied sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Sweet, Vanilla accords and Labdanum, Honey notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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