Halloween 2016 EDP

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Man Shot

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Halloween Man Shot is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Man Shot opens with Lemon, Pepper, Cardamom, and Rum, settles into a heart of Iris and Sage, and dries down to a base of Leather, Vanilla, and Amberwood. Halloween's Man Shot carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive scent, many hail it as a hidden gem, a sweet, spicy, and boozy alternative to pricier designer fragrances. However, a significant minority find it cheap, synthetic, and with poor performance. You'll either love its creamy vanilla-iris or dismiss it as a cheap imitation.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Sophisticated
  • Masculine
  • Elegant
Man Shot Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its warm, sweet, and powdery nature makes it ideal for date nights and cooler casual wear, as noted by many reviews. While it features some fresh elements, its overall richness and moderate projection make it less suitable for formal events or intense sport activities. It can be office-safe if applied lightly, despite some reviews touting its 'insane projection'.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Man Shot opens with an intoxicating cocktail of cardamom, zesty lemon, and a boozy rum note, sharpened by a pinch of pepper. The heart introduces a sophisticated, powdery iris alongside aromatic sage, adding a touch of elegance. The dry-down settles into a warm embrace of creamy vanilla, soft leather, and amberwood, creating a smooth, sensual, and slightly sweet finish.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 30 September


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