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The Exception No 1 by M. Micallef
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The Exception No 1

M. Micallef · Unisex

The Exception No 1 by M. Micallef creates a bright, citrus-forward opening that settles into a grounded heart of vetiver and cedar. This unisex scent balances a zesty sta…

BergamotGrapefruitBitter OrangeVetiverCedarPepperCacao PodBenzoin
LONGEVITY100
SILLAGE78
RATING4.6
RANK#29824
GENDER Any Masculine Feminine Unisex
HOUSE Any Same house Other houses
SHARED NOTES Any 2+ 3+
PERFORMANCE Any Close Louder Quieter
SEASON Any Warm Cool
MATCH ON Notes Opening Dry-down Performance Accords

20 matches to The Exception No 1, closest first.

66
MATCH

M. Micallef

Jadu Special Edition

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #55,902 3.8 rating Male

Jadu Special Edition by M. Micallef is a distinct woody spicy fragrance tailored for the modern man. It opens with a crisp burst of bergamot and grape…

60 LONGEVITY Moderate
25 SILLAGE Intimate
69 LOVE / HATE Liked
— PRICE VALUE Not scored
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

64
MATCH

L'Erbolario

Ginepro Nero

Shares Benzoin, Bitter Orange, Grapefruit.

Rank #5,158 4.2 rating Male

Ginepro Nero opens with a sharp burst of bitter orange and cold bergamot, quickly grounded by resinous elemi. Within minutes, crushed juniper berries…

60 LONGEVITY Moderate
54 SILLAGE Strong
79 LOVE / HATE Liked
74 PRICE VALUE Good value
OPENING

3 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

61
MATCH

Nikkos-Oskol Fragrance

Fragrance №12

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #37,421 5.0 rating Unisex

Fragrance №12 by Nikkos-Oskol Fragrance is a versatile unisex scent built on a bright citrus foundation. It opens with sharp grapefruit and bergamot b…

80 LONGEVITY Long
75 SILLAGE Strong
100 LOVE / HATE Loved
— PRICE VALUE Not scored
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

61
MATCH

Prudence Paris

Alexis

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #47,448 3.7 rating Male

Alexis by Prudence Paris opens with a brisk, invigorating blast of tart grapefruit, bitter bergamot, and juicy sweet orange. Within twenty minutes, th…

80 LONGEVITY Long
66 SILLAGE Strong
67 LOVE / HATE Liked
— PRICE VALUE Not scored
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

56
MATCH

Nabeel

Ocean

Shares Benzoin, Bitter Orange, Grapefruit.

Rank #7,295 4.1 rating Unisex

Ocean by Nabeel is a 2023 unisex release that pairs clean sea breezes with soft summer flowers. The scent combines sharp lime and wet ozonic notes wit…

67 LONGEVITY Long
58 SILLAGE Strong
77 LOVE / HATE Liked
72 PRICE VALUE Good value
OPENING

3 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

ACCORDS

Woody, Aromatic

55
MATCH

The Spirit of Dubai

Abjar

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #23,174 4.5 rating Unisex

Abjar by The Spirit of Dubai opens with a sharp burst of aromatic cypress, pine needles, and spicy nutmeg before settling into a dense heart of birch…

91 LONGEVITY Eternal
84 SILLAGE Enormous
87 LOVE / HATE Loved
28 PRICE VALUE Pricey
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

55
MATCH

The Spirit of Dubai

Durra

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #27,649 3.8 rating Unisex

Durra opens with a sharp burst of salty sea notes, cold aldehydes, and clary sage before diving into a dark heart of agarwood and smoky incense. The d…

87 LONGEVITY Eternal
82 SILLAGE Enormous
69 LOVE / HATE Liked
26 PRICE VALUE Pricey
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

60
MATCH

Meo Fusciuni

1# nota di viaggio (rites de passage)

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #9,885 4.0 rating Unisex

Meo Fusciuni 1# nota di viaggio (rites de passage) opens with a sharp burst of black pepper and sour bergamot over a dry, aromatic wood core. As the t…

62 LONGEVITY Long
56 SILLAGE Strong
74 LOVE / HATE Liked
47 PRICE VALUE Fair
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

60
MATCH

Hermès

Terre d’Hermes Flacon H 2009

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #35,246 3.9 rating Male

Terre d’Hermes Flacon H 2009 by Hermès brings the celebrated woody spicy profile of the classic eau de toilette into a limited edition collector bottl…

70 LONGEVITY Long
60 SILLAGE Strong
72 LOVE / HATE Liked
45 PRICE VALUE Fair
OPENING

1 shared top note

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

60
MATCH

Swiss Arabian

Nice and Spice

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #56,316 4.0 rating Male

Nice and Spice by Swiss Arabian is a straightforward woody aromatic fragrance for men that centers on a crisp grapefruit opening. The profile transiti…

100 LONGEVITY Eternal
63 SILLAGE Strong
75 LOVE / HATE Liked
— PRICE VALUE Not scored
OPENING

1 shared top note

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

60
MATCH

Hermès

Terre d'Hermes Perspective

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #24,174 3.9 rating Male

Terre d'Hermes Perspective opens with a crisp, bitter burst of freshly peeled grapefruit and sweet orange, quickly followed by cracked black pepper th…

62 LONGEVITY Long
67 SILLAGE Strong
73 LOVE / HATE Liked
36 PRICE VALUE Pricey
OPENING

1 shared top note

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

59
MATCH

M. Micallef

Jewel for Him

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #4,820 4.0 rating Male

Jewel for Him by M. Micallef is a refined woody fragrance, defined by sharp citrus notes of bergamot and grapefruit balanced by spicy cardamom and pin…

74 LONGEVITY Long
63 SILLAGE Strong
78 LOVE / HATE Liked
49 PRICE VALUE Fair
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

58
MATCH

Massimo Dutti

Agua

Shares Bitter Orange, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #45,663 4.0 rating Male

Massimo Dutti Agua opens with a sharp burst of bitter orange, grapefruit, and aromatic rosemary before settling into a cool pine and vetiver base. For…

60 LONGEVITY Moderate
61 SILLAGE Strong
75 LOVE / HATE Liked
75 PRICE VALUE Good value
OPENING

3 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

No shared base notes

57
MATCH

I Profumi di Firenze

Vento di Eros

Shares Benzoin, Bitter Orange, Pepper.

Rank #57,276 4.0 rating Unisex

Vento di Eros by I Profumi di Firenze opens with a sharp flash of bitter orange, lemon, and bergamot peel that cuts clean through morning air. Within…

53 LONGEVITY Moderate
58 SILLAGE Strong
75 LOVE / HATE Liked
75 PRICE VALUE Good value
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

57
MATCH

BORNTOSTANDOUT®

Drunk Lovers

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #1,820 4.1 rating Unisex

Drunk Lovers opens with a lively mix of citrus, red berries and a touch of cognac, then shifts into pepper, ginger and dry aromatic woods. The dry-dow…

76 LONGEVITY Long
64 SILLAGE Strong
80 LOVE / HATE Liked
46 PRICE VALUE Fair
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

56
MATCH

Argos

Sacred Flame

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #2,505 4.2 rating Unisex

Argos Sacred Flame opens with a fiery pop of ginger, tangerine, and sugared peach that quickly hits a heavy wave of clove and pepper. The citrus stays…

79 LONGEVITY Long
68 SILLAGE Strong
80 LOVE / HATE Liked
44 PRICE VALUE Fair
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

56
MATCH

O Boticário

The Blend Splash

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #30,265 4.4 rating Male

The Blend Splash by O Boticário brings a comforting, spiced warmth to everyday wear. It opens with a splash of dark rum, tart grapefruit, and soothing…

52 LONGEVITY Moderate
40 SILLAGE Moderate
85 LOVE / HATE Loved
73 PRICE VALUE Good value
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

55
MATCH

Roja Dove

Roja Dove Haute Parfumerie 15th Anniversary

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #3,949 4.3 rating Unisex

Roja Dove Haute Parfumerie 15th Anniversary opens with sparkling citrus and aldehydes, then turns quickly into a powdery peach, violet and vanilla com…

83 LONGEVITY Eternal
65 SILLAGE Strong
83 LOVE / HATE Loved
30 PRICE VALUE Pricey
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

54
MATCH

Alexandria Fragrances

Alexandria Anniversary

Shares Benzoin, Grapefruit, Pepper.

Rank #44,207 4.7 rating Unisex

Alexandria Anniversary opens bright and sparkling, with citrus and aldehydes giving it a polished lift before softer florals and a resinous woody base…

60 LONGEVITY Moderate
— SILLAGE Not scored
92 LOVE / HATE Loved
— PRICE VALUE Not scored
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

1 shared base note

51
MATCH

Odoratika

Tangalunga

Shares Benzoin, Cacao Pod, Grapefruit.

Rank #35,567 4.1 rating Unisex

Tangalunga by Odoratika is a complex leather fragrance that plays with vibrant fruit notes. It opens with a splash of mandarin and mango, settling int…

96 LONGEVITY Eternal
70 SILLAGE Strong
77 LOVE / HATE Liked
50 PRICE VALUE Fair
OPENING

2 shared top notes

DRY-DOWN

No shared base notes

ACCORDS

Woody, Amber

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