Gris Clair Eau de Parfum vs Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Gris Clair

Edp	Concentration	Extrait
U	Gender	U
2006	Year	2021
££	Price Tier	£££££

Reflection 45 Man

ScentArt

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Gris Clair

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Reflection 45 Man

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gris Clair Eau de Parfum

This one's a divisive ghost of its former self, yet many still adore its unique grey character. Serge Lutens has done Gris Clair dirty with reformulations, but the original still commands a devoted following for its cool, dry lavender and smoky depth.

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Our Verdict - Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Reflection 45 is a divisive beast. While many hail it as a masterpiece - a more mature, refined version of the original - others find its strength cloying, its projection lacking, or its character too derivative. This isn't a safe blind buy, so sample before you splash the cash.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	4%
Floral	18%	18%
Fruity	0%	1%
Green	7%	14%
Sweet	22%	18%
Warm	18%	18%
Woody	19%	20%
Earthy	16%	15%
Animalic	4%	2%
Fresh	12%	14%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Gris Clair EdP

Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Notes

Only in Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Lavender 23% Juniper 17% Cardamom 16% Clary Sage 16% Benzoin 15% Pink Pepper 13%

Shared Notes

Tonka Bean 16% vs 11%

Iris 13% vs 22%

Only in Gris Clair Eau de Parfum

Lavender 26% Incense 16% Woody 15% Amber 13%

Only in Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Jasmine 21% Neroli 19% Angelica 13% Vanilla 11%

Only in Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Frankincense 17% Cedar 16% Sandalwood 15% Vetiver 14% Patchouli 14% Myrrh 13% Opoponax 12%

Accords

Gris Clair Eau de Parfum Reflection 45 Man Extrait

100%

Lavender

56%

68%

Aromatic

100%

95%

Amber

90%

66%

Woody

92%

49%

Warm Spicy

73%

Powdery

64%

White Floral

63%

51%

Fresh Spicy

62%

56%

Smoky

52%

Iris

56%

52%

Vanilla

49%

Balsamic

52%

Lavender shared

100%

56%

Aromatic shared

68%

100%

Amber shared

95%

90%

Woody shared

66%

92%

Warm Spicy shared

49%

73%

Powdery

64%

White Floral

63%

Fresh Spicy shared

51%

62%

Smoky

56%

Iris shared

52%

56%

Vanilla

52%

Balsamic shared

49%

52%

Performance

Gris Clair Eau de Parfum Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Gris Clair Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and calm, clean profile make it suitable for office wear, though some consider it quite special for evenings. The consensus for older formulations points to good longevity but average sillage, making it versatile without being overpowering.

Reflection 45 Man Extrait

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its exceptional longevity and high oil concentration make it too potent for casual wear or sport, potentially overwhelming in warm conditions. However, this same impressive performance and sophisticated profile are well-suited for formal events and date nights, commanding attention without being overtly loud. It can work for office wear in moderation due to its clean yet dense character.