Fragrances inspired by Armani d’Aromes Eau de Toilette

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ScentArt fingerprint for Pleasant Water For Men
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Our verdict

Editor reviewed

What they share

Shares 7 of its 9 notes, including Vetiver, Bergamot, Mandarin

The main difference

Adds ambergris and pepper

What they share

Shares 5 of its 9 notes, including Vetiver, Bergamot, Patchouli

The main difference

Adds cedar and lavender, drops mandarin and sage

What they share

Shares 3 of its 4 notes, including Bergamot, Mandarin, Ginger

The main difference

Adds woody notes, drops cardamom and patchouli

What they share

Shares 4 of its 8 notes, including Vetiver, Bergamot, Patchouli

The main difference

Adds cedar and lavender, drops cardamom and mandarin

What they share

Shares 3 of its 5 notes, including Bergamot, Patchouli, Ginger

The main difference

Adds akigalawood and oak, drops cardamom and mandarin

What they share

Shares 5 of its 8 notes, including Vetiver, Bergamot, Mandarin

The main difference

Adds coriander and lemon, drops ginger and sage

What they share

Shares 4 of its 9 notes, including Vetiver, Bergamot, Patchouli

The main difference

Adds ambroxan and cedar, drops cardamom and mandarin

What they share

Shares 2 of its 7 notes, including Patchouli, Ginger

The main difference

Adds bergamot and cardamom, drops lime

Scent profile

Armani d’Aromes EDT the original Pleasant Water For Men 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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