Imitation Man
leather up front, then woody, settling into powdery.
About
Imitation Man by Amouage is a Leather fragrance for men. Imitation Man was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Leslie Girard. Top notes are Citron, Nutmeg and Black Pepper; middle notes are Turkish Rose, Orris and Violet; base notes are Leather, Vetiver, Castoreum, Patchouli and Myrhh. Amouage…
Nose: Leslie Girard
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Amouage picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Imitation Man smell like?
leather up front, then woody, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: leather, woody, powdery.
What notes are in Imitation Man?
Top: Citron, Nutmeg, Black Pepper. Heart: Turkish Rose, Orris, Violet. Base: Leather, Vetiver, Castoreum, Patchouli, Myrhh.
How long does Imitation Man last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Imitation Man loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Imitation Man best for?
Fall is the top pick (32%). Spring is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Imitation Man?
Night wear leads at 52%. Day is a secondary pick at 48%.
Is Imitation Man for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 45% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Imitation Man?
Composed by Leslie Girard. Released in 2018.
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