Fragrances inspired by C for Men Eau de Parfum

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Our verdict

Editor reviewed

What they share

Shares 7 of its 11 notes, including Saffron, Thyme, Mate

The main difference

Adds elemi and jasmine, drops frankincense and musk

Our verdict

Eternia Man and C for Men share a similar aromatic-spicy-woody DNA but cater to completely different experiences and budgets.

What they share

Shares 2 of its 11 notes, including Saffron, Rose

The main difference

Adds elemi and iris, drops amber and bergamot

Choose Eternia Man when

You want a versatile, everyday fragrance.

What they share

Shares 5 of its 13 notes, including Leather, Rose, Jasmine

The main difference

Adds bergamot and cinnamon, drops elemi and labdanum

What they share

Shares 2 of its 9 notes, including Leather, Saffron

The main difference

Adds amber and apricot, drops elemi and iris

What they share

Shares 2 of its 3 notes, including Leather, Rose

The main difference

Adds oud, drops elemi and iris

What they share

Shares 4 of its 11 notes, including Saffron, Rose, Leather

The main difference

Adds elemi and iris, drops cedar and clove

What they share

Shares 2 of its 11 notes, including Leather, Saffron

The main difference

Adds elemi and iris, drops bergamot and lavender

What they share

Shares 3 of its 8 notes, including Leather, Mandarin, Saffron

The main difference

Adds amber and incense, drops elemi and iris

Scent profile

C for Men EDP the original Third Letter EDP inspired by

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How we judge a match

We score each pairing on the two fragrance profiles: shared accords, overlapping notes, longevity and projection, and the occasions each suits. A good inspired-by scent captures the original's character rather than copying it molecule for molecule.

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