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    Side by side

    Classic vs. Epic Man

    Classic by Stefano Ricci bottle

    Classic

    Stefano Ricci
    Eau de Parfum1995
    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Classic peaks in fall, while Epic Man belongs to winter. The side by side below shows where they overlap.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Classic vs. Epic Man
    ClassicEpic Man
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched19952009
    GenderMaleMale
    PerfumerRanda Hammami
    Best seasonFallWinter

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Classic

    Warm Spicy
    Fresh Spicy
    Patchouli
    Cinnamon
    Woody

    Epic Man

    Amber
    Fresh Spicy
    Warm Spicy
    Woody
    Smoky
    Leather
    Aromatic
    Balsamic

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    MintLemon
    CardamomMyrtleNutmegPink PepperCuminSaffron
    Heart
    NutmegCloveCinnamonBlack Pepper
    MyrrhGeranium
    Base
    PatchouliAmber
    FrankincenseLeatherCastoreumCedarwoodAgarwood (Oud)MuskPatchouliSandalwood

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Classic vs. Epic Man
    ClassicEpic Man
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Simple doesn't mean forgettable. Classic offers clean lines and quiet warmth, the kind of scent that shows up, does its job, and belongs. It's present without being pushy.Classic
    Epic Man is not subtle. This is a fragrance that announces itself, and the frankincense upfront is unmissable. If you want something for the boardroom, look elsewhere.Epic Man