In-house perfumer for Chanel from 1978 to 2015, often called 'the Nose of Chanel'. Succeeded Henri Robert and was later succeeded by his son Olivier Polge.

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Dupes & cheaper alternatives

Cheaper clones and alternatives that share the same notes and accords — savings are flagged.

Esencia pour Homme

Loewe · Woody

≈ $97save ~$18

Shares Lavender, Galbanum, Petitgrain

Cologne

Cacharel · Woody

≈ $45save ~$70

Shares Lavender, Clary Sage, Geranium

Cologne

Lacoste · Woody

≈ $49save ~$66

Shares Lavender, Clary Sage, Geranium

Santos de Cartier

Cartier · Woody

≈ $130

Shares Lavender, Galbanum, Neroli

Xeryus

Givenchy · Woody

≈ $55save ~$60

Shares Lavender, Jasmine, Geranium

Scandal Pour Homme

Roja Parfums · Woody

≈ $495

Shares Lavender, Petitgrain, Jasmine