Reflection Man
AmouageEau de Parfum2006
Side by side
Reflection Man vs. Only Black
Is Reflection Man better than Only Black?
Reflection Man rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Mood overlap
Accord profile overlap
Patchouli
woodypowderyfresh spicyfloral
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Reflection Man and Only Black?
| Reflection Man | Only Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2006 | 2020 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Lucas Sieuzac | — |
| Best season | Spring | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Reflection Man and Only Black smell?
Reflection Man
Woody
White Floral
Aromatic
Powdery
Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Iris
Warm Spicy
Only Black
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Fruity
Lavender
Floral
Patchouli
Woody
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Reflection Man and Only Black share?
Top
PetitgrainBitter Orange LeafRed PepperPink PepperRosemary
Apple
Heart
NeroliJasmineIrisYlang-Ylang
VioletLavender
Base
SandalwoodVirginia CedarHaitian VetiverPatchouli
Patchouli
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Reflection Man or Only Black?
| Reflection Man | Only Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
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What do reviewers say about Reflection Man and Only Black?
Reflection Man is not trying to shout over anyone in the room. It is a quiet confidence wrapped in aromatic herbs, soft florals, and creamy woods. The pepper note keeps things interesting without.Reflection Man
This isn't a fragrance that needs to prove anything. Quiet confidence is the whole point. The apple-violet-lavender combo stays clean without going boring.Only Black
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