Imitation

Imitation Man by Amouage – dropped in 2018 and cooked up by Leslie Girard, this one’s a bold, edgy leather scent that’s all about attitude. The opening? Spicy and zesty—citron, nutmeg, and black pepper hit you first with a sharp, spicy punch that wakes up the senses. The heart brings in a smooth, floral twist—Turkish rose, orris, and violet add a powdery, slightly sweet vibe that softens things up but doesn’t take away from the toughness. The base is where it goes full-on bad boy—leather, myrrh, vetiver, patchouli, and castoreum. It’s smoky, animalic, and just a little dirty, like a well-worn leather jacket with stories to tell. The patchouli and vetiver add that earthy edge, while the myrrh keeps it smooth and resinous.

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Final Verdict: Imitation Man by Amouage is leathery, smoky, and a little floral, like strutting into a nightclub with a leather jacket over your shoulders and a devil-may-care smirk. It’s got a spicy floral opening, a smooth floral heart, and a deep, dark leather base that sticks around. Perfect for cooler weather, night outs, or when you want to make a statement that says, “I’m not here to blend in.”