Grapefruit and pepper make the opening less minty than Le Male, before lavender comes through. Vanilla, amber and tonka provide warmth later, with a woodier impression and a much softer scent trail.
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Scent profile
| Accord | OriginalLe Male | AlternativeGold |
|---|---|---|
| Aromatic | ||
| Vanilla | ||
| Woody | ||
| Sweet | ||
| Fresh |
Performance
| Measure | OriginalLe Male | AlternativeGold |
|---|---|---|
| Projection | Moderate | Soft |
| Longevity | Long-lasting6–9 hrs | Moderate4–6 hrs |
Scores estimate each fragrance’s accord prominence: 1 is a background trace, 3 is noticeable and 5 is defining. Only accords assessed for both fragrances are compared. Hour ranges show typical estimated wear and can vary by wearer.
Performance notes and sources
Le Male
Broad wear categories reviewed against community longevity and scent-trail reports for this exact version; skin, application and formulation affect results.
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Gold
Broad editorial wear estimates from the linked community reports; projection refers to the early scent cloud, not the entire wear time. Reports vary with skin, application and batch.
Profile reviewed