John Gustav Homme Le Parfum
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Poker Face
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Which Should You Buy?
This one sparks debate. Some call it a sweet, spicy vanilla dream, a softer Dior Homme Intense, while others dismiss it as a limp, synthetic disappointment. Don't expect a Le Male clone, but do expect a fragrance with a split identity.
This one's a proper dark horse. Often described as "LNDL with iris", Poker Face delivers a sweet, spicy, and subtly powdery aura at a ridiculously good price. Performance is debated, but for the money, it's a solid win for nighttime wear. Just let it macerate, yeah?
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 7% |
| Floral | 17% | 14% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 11% | 15% |
| Sweet | 25% | 17% |
| Warm | 25% | 19% |
| Woody | 12% | 15% |
| Earthy | 9% | 15% |
| Animalic | 4% | 0% |
| Fresh | 17% | 23% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and sweet, warm accords make it a good fit for dates and casual evenings, where it can be appreciated without being overwhelming. While some find its performance average, it's generally too warm and sweet for formal events or sports.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and smooth, sensual accords like warm spice, iris, and tonka bean make it ideal for date nights and romantic encounters. While many describe it as a night scent, its subtle nature may work for some formal occasions, though it's too rich and powdery for sport or casual daytime wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Iris, Fresh Spicy accords and Mint, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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