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Mugler A*Men opens with lavender, mint and bergamot and settles into caramel, vanilla and tonka bean. If you like it and want something in the same spirit, whether for variety, a different price or another season, these are the closest matches in our catalog.

None of them is a copy. Each one shares part of the character of A*Men and takes it somewhere slightly different, which is what makes them worth trying.

How we picked. We compared every fragrance in our catalog with A*Men by olfactory family, shared notes, style, best seasons and intensity, and kept the 6 closest. Prices are typical US retail prices and may differ at checkout.

  1. Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
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    Yves Saint Laurent

    Black Opium

    $130 · 3.0 oz · EDP · Women · Gourmand

    Black coffee, vanilla and white flowers: a shot of night-time adrenaline, sweet and addictive.

    Shares with A*Men: Coffee, Vanilla, Patchouli, Cedar.

    Key notes:
    Pear, Pink pepper, Coffee, Vanilla, Patchouli
    Style:
    Seductive, Mysterious
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong
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  2. Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier
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    Jean Paul Gaultier

    Le Male

    $85 · 4.2 oz · EDT · Men · Fougère

    Barbershop lavender and creamy vanilla: an amber fougère with the soul of a classic. Comforting, sensual and very nineties.

    Shares with A*Men: Lavender, Mint, Bergamot, Vanilla.

    Key notes:
    Lavender, Mint, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Tonka bean
    Style:
    Seductive, Classic, Cozy
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong
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  3. Replica Jazz Club by Maison Margiela
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    Maison Margiela

    Replica Jazz Club

    $155 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Amber

    Leather armchairs, aged rum and tobacco smoke in a Brooklyn jazz club. Warm, intimate and very comfortable.

    Shares with A*Men: Vanilla, Tonka bean.

    Key notes:
    Pink pepper, Neroli, Rum, Tobacco, Vanilla
    Style:
    Cozy, Seductive
    Longevity:
    Moderate
    Projection:
    Moderate
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  4. Ultra Male by Jean Paul Gaultier
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    Jean Paul Gaultier

    Ultra Male

    $110 · 4.2 oz · EDT · Men · Amber

    Juicy pear and black vanilla with cinnamon. A very sweet, very loud party scent.

    Shares with A*Men: Lavender, Mint, Bergamot, Vanilla.

    Key notes:
    Pear, Lavender, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Amber
    Style:
    Seductive, Cozy
    Longevity:
    Very long-lasting
    Projection:
    Enormous
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  5. Hypnotic Poison by Dior
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    Dior

    Hypnotic Poison

    $135 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Women · Amber

    Bitter almond and vanilla with a creamy, almost edible warmth. A sultry classic for cold evenings.

    Shares with A*Men: Vanilla.

    Key notes:
    Apricot, Plum, Tuberose, Vanilla, Almond
    Style:
    Seductive, Mysterious
    Longevity:
    Very long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong
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  6. Gentleman Eau de Parfum by Givenchy
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    Givenchy

    Gentleman Eau de Parfum

    $110 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Men · Amber

    Powdery iris and dark vanilla with a touch of lavender. Classic elegance with a modern, enveloping sweetness.

    Shares with A*Men: Lavender, Vanilla, Patchouli.

    Key notes:
    Pepper, Lavender, Iris, Vanilla, Patchouli
    Style:
    Elegant, Seductive
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong
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Frequently asked questions

What does Mugler A*Men smell like?

Coffee, caramel and tar: the first masculine gourmand. Bold, dark and with a personality that divides opinion.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Mugler A*Men?

A*Men has a typical price of $100. The fragrances on this page range from $85 to $155, so check the price shown next to each one.

How do I know which one I will like?

Look at the notes each one shares with the original and at its style. If possible, try a sample or a tester before buying a full bottle, because a fragrance smells different on each person.

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