Halloween Man X by Halloween

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Halloween Man X is an oriental fougère characterised by a rich blend of cardamom, lavender, and coffee, layered with lemon, whisky, and cinnamon for a spicy warmth. Tonka beans, leather, amber, and incense add depth and a mineral edge, creating a complex and smoky profile. Those drawn to this fragrance should focus on the interplay between aromatic spices, smoky and leathery accords, and the subtle sweetness from tonka and amber.

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Awake

Awake by Akro £160.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • coffee
  • lemon
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #clean
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

Awake is Akro’s energising coffee fragrance. This EdP captures the evocative smell of a warm coffee shop on a cold day: the freshly ground beans and the steam; the bitter luxury offset by the alluring hint of baked goods.

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Dorian's Spleen

Dorian's Spleen by L'Entropiste £260.00

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  • Key notes:
  • coffee
  • dark chocolate
  • mineral accord
  • peat
  • smoke
  • whisky
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

A rich whisky aroma, intertwined with the sweetness of caramel, coffee and dark chocolate, which truly tickles the senses. With the sophistication of a dandy, the moreish aromas give way to hints of ash and smoke.

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Rhinoceros (2020) Version II

Rhinoceros (2020) Version II by Zoologist £240.00

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  • Key notes:
  • coffee
  • leather
  • oud
  • tobacco
  • whisky
  • Tags:
  • #animalic
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

Perfumer: Prin Lomros

Please note this 2020 formulation by Prin is a new vision of the Rhinocerous theme and is not a replacement (neither conceptually and nor technically) for the prevous discontinued formulation. 

Prin Lomros tells this bold leather story in his favorite witchy herbal incense style with a few nods to the first chapter (the boozy theme of rum and whiskey).

Zoologist's concept for the perfume:

"Under the searing gaze of an unrelenting sun, the ornery rhinoceros surveys his dusty territory. A tough, battered hide is his armour against the erosive onslaught of sand, whipped into a frenzy by a hot, merciless wind, as he stands strong, defending his domain.

On the first spray of Zoologist Rhinoceros, heady notes of sweet rum and whiskey collide with mellow coffee before the scent settles into its lingering journey. Rich leather, oud and incense are carried in a cloud of smoky red tobacco along a dusty amber path, dotted with hints of patchouli and moss. Rhinoceros is a sophisticated and robust scent that makes a bold, unapologetic statement. Go forth and explore your world. Don’t ask permission."

Zoologist Rhinoceros does not use animal products.

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Amygdala

Amygdala by Mendittorosa £430.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cinnamon
  • coffee
  • incense
  • labdanum
  • leather
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • leather
  • woody

A fragrant and floral dedication to emotions and the intricate patterns that shape and run through the structure of our brains. Liquid joy prepared with balsamic labdanum, leathery orange blossom and violet leaf absolutes and a drop of fruity coffee nuance.


Perfumer: Luca Maffei

Strength: 35% extrait de parfum

The origin of some materials in the formula:

pink pepper -> South America

arabica coffee -> South America

cinnamon -> Sri Lanka

galbanum -> Iran

jasmine sambac -> India

violet leaf absolute -> Egypt

orange blossom absolute -> Tunisia

Ylang Ylang -> Madagascar

guaiac -> Paraguay

Vetiver -> Haiti

Labdanum -> Spain

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Iris Coffee

Iris Coffee by Cherigan £160.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • coffee
  • leather
  • orris (iris root)
  • suede
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • woody

Iris Coffee is a sophisticated sip of beautifully-bitter coffee with a cardamom bite. An undercurrent of jasmine lends voluptuousness, while powdery iris, tonka bean and musk steer the composition towards leather. Stimulating and comforting.

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Paradoxical

Paradoxical by Sly John's Lab £85.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • incense
  • lavender
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • green

Perfumer: Dominique Moellhausen

The sexy and impressive urbanite’s work is done for the day. He strides down the street with a nonchalant air, people noticing his clean, aromatic and seductive scent. A confident and cool vibe swirls around him. With sparkling citrus, woody vetiver and rich amber giving a fresh but dark diffusion.   

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Vanille Glacé

Vanille Glacé by Insenf £125.00

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  • Key notes:
  • brown sugar
  • cinnamon
  • coffee
  • sandalwood
  • tonka beans
  • vanilla
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sexy
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • edible
  • woody

Vanille Glacé is a marron glacé finished with vanilla in place of chestnut. The sugar isn’t in a hurry. It soaks in one layer at a time, finishing with a glossy sheen. The first impression is brown sugar syrup, with cinnamon drawing the syrup into sharper focus. At its heart, the vanilla leans heavy rather than white and airy. Freshly baked madeleine adds soft warmth, and espresso casts a thin, bitter shadow at the edge of the sweetness.
The drydown gives full reign to blond woods, tonka bean and musk, lending reassurance to the indulgence.

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Rasputin

Rasputin by SweDoft £120.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • cloves
  • dark musks
  • incense
  • leather
  • oud
  • tonka beans
  • Tags:
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • spicy
  • woody

Cardamom, patchouli, cinnamon, cloves, Mexican chocolate, incense and musk. SweDoft uses the richest and finest ingredients to get the perfect blend. The juice also contains one of the best varieties of natural Indian oud.

Even with this unique collection of ingredients, SweDoft were still not satisfied with the results of traditional blending.

So they decided to do something unusual, while referencing the final part of Rasputin's story. They dropped the container with the perfume juice to the bottom of the Oresund Strait.

After 90 days, the water pressure in the dark, glacial sea produced unique results. The ingredients had flawlessly combined to fuse the formula.

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Work Wear

Work Wear by Insenf £125.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • gaiac / guaiac wood
  • incense
  • lemon
  • sage
  • Tags:
  • #aftergym
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • #normcore
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy
  • woody

Like your favorite jeans, faded to perfection, or that linen shirt, softened by years of wear, this is a scent that snuggles comfortably into any mood, any occasion. The first note feels like air before a conversation — citrusy, spiced and sharpened, just enough to hold attention. It opens up into the aromatic smoke of sage and incense, while patchouli and a trace of ambroxan suggest sun-dried earth and aged wood.

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Love In A Mist

Love In A Mist by NuWilds £80.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • grapefruit
  • lavender
  • mint
  • rosemary
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #normcore
  • #savory
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic

This fragrance captures the essence of a Chinese summer — the tingling mint and cool eucalyptus of dusky mountain air, the aromatics of shiso, lavender and chamomile as the darkness deepens, the grounding woods and greens of cypress, vetiver and galbanum. A dream of summer rewritten — nostalgic and gently magical.

Perfumer: Jin Yongshan

About Halloween Man X by Halloween

What makes Halloween Man X distinctive within oriental fougère fragrances?
Halloween Man X combines aromatic spices like cardamom and lavender with coffee and whisky notes, layered over smoky incense and leathery accords. This blend creates a complex balance of freshness, warmth, and smokiness uncommon in many oriental fougères.
How do the fragrances listed here differ from Halloween Man X in terms of intensity and composition?
While these fragrances share key notes with Halloween Man X, many vary in intensity and focus; some emphasise sweeter or greener aspects, others lean into smoky or animalic territories. None replicate the exact balance of mineral, whisky, and amber found in the original.
Are these fragrances suitable for everyday wear compared to Halloween Man X?
Many of these options offer fresher or softer interpretations of the spicy and smoky profile, making them versatile for daily use. However, some with heavier oud, tobacco, or gourmand notes might be more appropriate for evening or special occasions.