Alternatives
Perfumes that smell like A*Men
A*Men by Mugler (1996) is built around Lavender, Mint, Bergamot, Coffee. Here are the ten perfumes in our encyclopedia that come closest, with what each one shares and what sets it apart.
« Roasted coffee, burnt caramel and tarry patchouli: the masculine gourmand that dared everything. »
- 1
Mugler · 1992
Angel
Shared notes: Honey, Caramel, Patchouli, Vanilla, Tonka Bean. What differs: Cotton Candy, Coconut, Cassia. Same family (Gourmand Oriental). Positioned as Feminine.
- 2
Jean Paul Gaultier · 2023
Le Male Elixir
Shared notes: Lavender, Mint, Vanilla, Honey, Tonka Bean. What differs: Benzoin, Tobacco.
- 3
Montblanc · 2008
Homme Exceptionnel
Shared notes: Coffee, Lavender, Mint, Patchouli. What differs: Mandarin, Ginger, Sage.
- 4
Prada · 2011
Candy
Shared notes: Caramel, Honey, Vanilla. What differs: Musk, Powdery Notes, Benzoin. Same family (Gourmand Oriental). Positioned as Feminine.
- 5
Dior · 2015
Fève Délicieuse
Shared notes: Bergamot, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Caramel. What differs: Rose. Same family (Gourmand Oriental). Positioned as Unisex.
- 6
Maison Margiela · 2019
Replica Coffee Break
Shared notes: Patchouli, Lavender, Coffee, Tonka Bean, Vanilla. What differs: Pepper, Orange Blossom, Milk. Positioned as Unisex.
- 7
Rochas · 1999
Rochas Man
Shared notes: Bergamot, Lavender, Coffee, Vanilla, Patchouli. What differs: Jasmine, Cedar, Amber.
- 8
Jean Paul Gaultier · 2017
Scandal
Shared notes: Honey, Caramel, Tonka Bean, Patchouli. What differs: Blood Orange, Mandarin, Pink Pepper. Positioned as Feminine.
- 9
Parfums de Marly · 2009
Darley
Shared notes: Mint, Bergamot, Lavender, Tonka Bean, Patchouli. What differs: Amalfi Lemon, Cinnamon, Orange Blossom.
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Jean Paul Gaultier · 1995
Le Mâle
Shared notes: Lavender, Mint, Bergamot, Vanilla, Tonka Bean. What differs: Cinnamon, Cumin, Orange Blossom.
Frequently asked questions
Which perfume smells most like A*Men?
Based on our analysis of fragrance pyramids, Angel by Mugler is the closest: it shares 5 notes with A*Men, including Honey, Caramel, Patchouli.
What is an alternative to A*Men from another house?
Le Male Elixir (Jean Paul Gaultier, 2023) picks up Lavender, Mint, Vanilla in a different interpretation.
Which other Mugler perfume is similar to A*Men?
At Mugler, Angel (1992) is the closest, sharing Honey, Caramel, Patchouli.
How is this ranking built?
We compare the top, heart and base notes of every perfume. Rare notes weigh more than very common ones like musk or bergamot; olfactory family and gender refine the score. Nothing replaces trying it on skin.