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In the dynamic tapestry of modern masculinity, Jimmy Choo Urban Hero emerges as a distinctive olfactory signature, capturing the spontaneous energy and artistic spirit of the urban landscape. Crafted by the esteemed perfumers Antoine Maisondieu and Marion Costero of Givaudan, this woody aromatic fragrance, available now at Near Store, is an ode to the contemporary man who navigates city life with effortless cool and a hint of rebellion. It's a scent that embodies both sophistication and a touch of streetwise edge, much like the art that adorns city walls. Let's explore the story behind this compelling fragrance and dissect the intriguing blend of notes that defines its urban soul.
From City Canvas to Scented Statement: The Inspiration Behind Urban Hero
Launched in 2019, Jimmy Choo Urban Hero quickly resonated with those seeking a fragrance that mirrored the multifaceted nature of modern urban life. Its inspiration is explicitly linked to the vibrant world of street art, a realm where creativity knows no bounds and self-expression takes center stage. Perfumers Antoine Maisondieu and Marion Costero aimed to translate the raw energy, the interplay of textures and colors, and the spontaneous nature of street art into a scent that felt both contemporary and timeless.
The choice of L'Atlas, a renowned Parisian calligraphy artist, to collaborate on the packaging design further underscores this connection. His dynamic black graphic print, juxtaposed with the sleekness of the bottle, perfectly encapsulates the blend of artistic flair and urban sophistication that defines Urban Hero. This fragrance is not just a scent; it's an artistic statement, a wearable embodiment of the metropolitan spirit.
Decoding the Urban Symphony: Unraveling the Notes of Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
Jimmy Choo Urban Hero unfolds as a captivating exploration of contrasts, mirroring the diverse textures and experiences of city life. The initial encounter is a burst of vibrant freshness, led by the zesty and slightly bitter aroma of finger lime, a unique citrus note that provides an invigorating lift. This bright opening is immediately tempered by the warm and slightly piquant spice of black pepper, adding a touch of urban edge and intrigue.
As the initial freshness settles, the heart of the fragrance reveals a sophisticated and subtly artistic blend. The smooth and slightly sweet woody notes of palisander rosewood take center stage, offering a refined and almost creamy texture. This is beautifully juxtaposed with the earthy, dry, and slightly smoky character of vetiver, adding a layer of complexity and a nod to the rawness of the urban environment. This heart represents the artistic soul of the Urban Hero man – creative, nuanced, and grounded.
The base of Urban Hero provides a sensual and lasting foundation, embodying the confident and slightly rebellious spirit of the fragrance. The elegant warmth of grey amber creates a smooth and sophisticated undercurrent, while the leather accord adds a touch of animalic sensuality and urban toughness. This leather note isn't harsh or overpowering; instead, it's a refined and modern interpretation, evoking the sleekness of leather jackets and the confident stride of someone who owns the city streets. The overall impression is a woody spicy fragrance with a fresh citrus opening, a sophisticated woody heart, and a sensual, slightly animalic leather and amber base – a true olfactory embodiment of the urban hero.
Exploring Olfactory Landscapes: Similar Scents to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
If the blend of fresh spice, sophisticated woods, and a touch of leather in Jimmy Choo Urban Hero resonates with you, consider exploring these fragrances that share similar olfactory territories:
La Nuit De L'Homme by Yves Saint Laurent Eau De Toilette Spray for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | La Nuit De L'Homme by Yves Saint Laurent |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Fougere, Warm Spicy, Lavender, Woody, Fresh Spicy |
Both share woody and fresh spicy accords, creating a sophisticated and slightly edgy masculine scent. The warm spicy aspect is also prominent in both.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Cardamom |
While different, the cardamom in La Nuit de L'Homme offers a similar warm and inviting spice to the black pepper in Urban Hero. The citrus element is present in Urban Hero's lime.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Lavender, Virginian Cedar, Bergamot |
Both feature woody notes in the heart, although the specific woods differ. The lavender in La Nuit adds a floral aromatic touch not present in Urban Hero's woody heart.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Vetiver, Caraway |
Both feature vetiver, contributing an earthy and slightly smoky undertone. The leather and amber in Urban Hero provide a warmer, more sensual base compared to the caraway in La Nuit.
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L'homme Prada by Prada Eau De Toilette Spray for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | L'homme Prada by Prada |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Powdery, Iris, Violet, Woody, Fresh Spicy |
Both share woody and fresh spicy accords, creating a sophisticated and masculine scent. While L'Homme Prada leans more into powdery florals, the underlying woodiness offers a connection.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Neroli, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Carrot Seeds |
Both feature black pepper, providing a similar spicy opening. The citrus element is present in Urban Hero's lime, while L'Homme Prada has neroli.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Iris, Violet, Geranium, Mate |
While different, both offer a sophisticated and slightly aromatic heart. The woodiness of palisander in Urban Hero contrasts with the floral and powdery iris and violet in L'Homme Prada.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Amber, Cedar, Sandalwood, Patchouli |
Both share an amber base, providing a warm and slightly sweet foundation. The leather in Urban Hero offers a more animalic touch compared to the woody and earthy notes in L'Homme Prada's base.
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Bad Boy by Carolina Herrera Eau De Toilette Spray for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Bad Boy by Carolina Herrera |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Cacao, Fougere, Vanilla |
Both share fresh spicy and warm spicy accords, creating a bold and masculine scent. While Bad Boy leans into sweetness and cacao, the spicy and slightly woody aspects offer a connection.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | White Pepper, Bergamot, Pink Pepper |
Both feature pepper notes, providing a spicy opening. The citrus element is present in Urban Hero's lime, while Bad Boy has bergamot.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Cedar, Sage |
Both feature woody notes in the heart, although the specific woods differ. The aromatic sage in Bad Boy offers a different facet compared to the smooth rosewood and earthy vetiver in Urban Hero.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Tonka Bean, Cacao |
While different, the amber in Urban Hero provides a warm and slightly sweet base, which shares some of the comforting qualities of the tonka bean and cacao in Bad Boy's base. The leather in Urban Hero adds a different edge.
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Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir by Jean Paul Gaultier Parfum Spray 4.2 oz for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Vanilla, Sweet, Honey, Amber, Fougere |
While the main accords differ significantly, the shared amber note provides a warm and sensual connection. The fougere aspect in Elixir has some overlap with the aromatic qualities often found in woody spicy scents.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Lavender, Mint |
The top notes differ significantly, with Elixir offering a fresh aromatic opening.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Vanilla, Benzoin |
While different, the vanilla and benzoin in Elixir create a warm and slightly balsamic sweetness that shares some comforting qualities with the amber in Urban Hero.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Honey, Tonka Bean, Tobacco |
The amber in Urban Hero provides a warm and slightly animalic base, while Elixir's base is sweeter and features tobacco, offering a different kind of sensuality.
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Tous Man Chill by Tous Eau De Toilette Spray 3.4 oz for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Tous Man Chill by Tous |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Woody, Fougere, Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy, Lavender |
Both share woody and fresh spicy accords, creating a sophisticated and slightly aromatic masculine scent. The lavender in Chill adds a different aromatic facet.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Lime, Cardamom, Black Pepper |
Both feature black pepper and lime, providing a similar fresh and spicy opening. The cardamom in Chill adds another layer of warm spice.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Lavender, Rosemary, Nutmeg |
Both feature aromatic elements in the heart, with lavender being a common note. The woody aspect of rosewood in Urban Hero differs from the herbal and spicy notes in Chill's heart.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Dry Wood, Amber, Patchouli, Vetiver |
Both share amber and vetiver in the base, creating a warm and earthy dry-down. The leather in Urban Hero offers a more animalic touch, while Chill has a drier woody feel with patchouli.
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Tom Ford Oud Wood by Tom Ford Eau De Parfum Spray for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Tom Ford Oud Wood |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Warm Spicy, Woody, Vanilla, Fougere, Powdery |
Both share woody and warm spicy accords, creating a sophisticated and masculine scent. While Oud Wood features oud, the underlying woodiness provides a connection.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Cardamom, Pink Pepper, Rosemary |
Both offer a spicy opening, with black pepper in Urban Hero and pink pepper and cardamom in Oud Wood. The citrus element is present in Urban Hero's lime.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Sandalwood, Oud, Patchouli, Vetiver |
Both feature vetiver and woody notes in the heart. The prominent oud in Tom Ford offers a distinct woody and smoky character not present in Urban Hero's rosewood.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amber |
Both share an amber base, providing a warm and slightly sweet foundation. The leather in Urban Hero offers a more animalic touch, while Oud Wood has a sweeter, more vanillic dry-down.
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Azzaro Wanted By Night by Azzaro Eau De Parfum Spray or Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Azzaro Wanted By Night |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Warm Spicy, Cinnamon, Fruity, Woody, Sweet |
Both share warm spicy and woody accords, creating a sensual and masculine scent. While Wanted by Night leans into sweetness and cinnamon, the underlying woodiness offers a connection.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Cinnamon, Mandarin Orange, Lavender, Lemon |
Both offer a spicy opening, with black pepper in Urban Hero and cinnamon in Wanted by Night. The citrus element is present in both.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Fruity Notes, Incense, Cumin, Red Cedar |
Both feature woody notes in the heart. The fruity and incense notes in Wanted by Night offer a different aromatic profile compared to the smooth rosewood and earthy vetiver in Urban Hero.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Tobacco, Vanilla, Cedar, Leather, Benzoin |
Both share leather and woody notes in the base, creating a warm and sensual dry-down. Wanted by Night's base is sweeter and features tobacco and vanilla, offering a different kind of richness.
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Burberry Hero by Burberry Eau De Toilette Spray 3.3 oz for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Burberry Hero by Burberry |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Woody, Fresh Spicy, Fougere, Citrus |
Both share woody and fresh spicy accords, creating a sophisticated and masculine scent. The citrus element is also present in both.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Bergamot |
Both offer a fresh citrus opening, with lime in Urban Hero and bergamot in Hero. The black pepper in Urban Hero adds a spicy kick.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Juniper, Black Pepper |
Both feature black pepper, adding a spicy element to the heart. The woody aspect of rosewood in Urban Hero differs from the aromatic juniper in Hero.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Atlas Cedar, Virginian Cedar, Himalayan Cedar |
Both feature prominent woody notes in the base. The leather and amber in Urban Hero offer a warmer, slightly animalic undertone compared to the clean cedar woodiness of Hero.
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Y Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent Eau De Parfum Spray oz for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Y Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Fougere, Fresh Spicy, Woody, Fruity, Amber |
Both share woody and fresh spicy accords, creating a sophisticated and masculine scent. The amber note is also present in both.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Apple, Ginger, Bergamot |
Both offer a fresh opening, with lime in Urban Hero and bergamot and apple in Y. The black pepper in Urban Hero adds a spicy kick.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Sage, Juniper Berries, Geranium |
Both feature aromatic elements in the heart. The woody aspect of rosewood in Urban Hero differs from the herbal and slightly fruity notes in Y's heart.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Amberwood, Tonka Bean, Cedar, Vetiver, Olibanum |
Both share vetiver and amber in the base, creating a warm and slightly woody dry-down. The leather in Urban Hero offers a more animalic touch, while Y has a more complex woody and resinous base.
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Rien Intense Incense by Etat Libre D'Orange Eau De Parfum Spray 3.4 oz for Women
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Rien Intense Incense by Etat Libre d'Orange |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Amber, Smoky, Leather, Aldehydic, Warm Spicy |
Both share leather, amber, and warm spicy accords, creating a bold and somewhat unconventional scent. The smoky and aldehydic aspects of Rien Intense offer a significant difference.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Aldehydes, Incense |
The top notes differ significantly, with Rien Intense offering a smoky and aldehydic opening.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Iris, Styrax |
While different, the woody aspect of rosewood in Urban Hero might have a distant resonance with the balsamic styrax in Rien Intense. The iris adds a powdery touch not prominent in Urban Hero's heart.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Leather, Patchouli, Amber |
Both share leather and amber in the base, creating a warm and slightly animalic dry-down. The incense and smoky notes are much more pronounced in Rien Intense.
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Rien by Etat Libre d'Orange Eau De Parfum Spray 3.4 oz for Women
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Rien by Etat Libre d'Orange |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Amber, Smoky, Leather, Aldehydic, Balsamic |
Both share leather and amber accords, creating a bold and somewhat unconventional scent. The smoky and aldehydic aspects of Rien offer a significant difference. The balsamic note is also unique to Rien.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Aldehydes, Incense |
The top notes differ significantly, with Rien offering a smoky and aldehydic opening.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Iris, Styrax |
While different, the woody aspect of rosewood in Urban Hero might have a distant resonance with the balsamic styrax in Rien. The iris adds a powdery touch not prominent in Urban Hero's heart.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Leather, Oakmoss, Amber |
Both share leather and amber in the base, creating a warm and slightly animalic dry-down. The smoky and aldehydic notes are much more pronounced in Rien, which also features oakmoss.
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Legend by Montale Eau De Parfum Spray (Unisex) for Women
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Legend by Montale |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Woody, Leather, Amber, Animalic, Oud |
Both share woody, leather, amber, and animalic accords, creating a bold and masculine scent. The prominent oud in Legend offers a significant difference.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Leather, Agarwood (Oud), Saffron |
The top notes differ significantly, with Legend featuring a strong leather and oud opening.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Sandalwood, Patchouli, Rose, Vetiver |
Both share sandalwood and vetiver, contributing a woody and earthy aspect to the heart. The oud and rose in Legend offer a distinct character.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Ambergris, Oakmoss, Labdanum |
Both share an amber base, providing a warm and slightly animalic dry-down. The leather is more prominent in Urban Hero's base, while Legend features ambergris and oakmoss.
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Francesca Bianchi Under My Skin by Francesca Bianchi Extrait De Parfum Spray (Unisex) 1 oz for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Francesca Bianchi Under My Skin |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Amber, Leather, Warm Spicy, Powdery, Balsamic |
Both share leather, amber, and warm spicy accords, creating a complex and sensual scent. The powdery and balsamic aspects of Under My Skin offer a significant difference.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Spices, Black Pepper, Lavender, Grapefruit |
Both feature black pepper, providing a spicy opening. The citrus element is present in both (lime in Urban Hero, grapefruit in Under My Skin).
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Orris Root, Carnation, Bulgarian Rose |
While different, the woody aspect of rosewood in Urban Hero might have a distant resonance with the orris root. The floral notes in Under My Skin are more pronounced and powdery.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Leather, Peru Balsam, Castoreum, Ambergris, Tolu Balsam |
Both share leather and ambergris (similar to grey amber) in the base, creating a warm and animalic dry-down. The balsamic and musky notes are more prominent in Under My Skin.
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Gentlemen Only by Givenchy Eau De Toilette Spray for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | Gentlemen Only by Givenchy |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Woody, Citrus, Smoky, Fougere, Musky |
Both share woody and fresh spicy (implied by citrus) accords, creating a sophisticated and masculine scent. The smoky and musky aspects of Gentlemen Only offer a different dimension.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Pink Pepper, Green Mandarin, Birch Leaf, Nutmeg, Bergamot |
Both feature pepper and citrus notes, providing a fresh and slightly spicy opening.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Vetiver, Cedar, Patchouli, Violet Leaf, Elemi |
Both share vetiver and woody notes in the heart. The smoky and green notes in Gentlemen Only's heart offer a different aromatic profile.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Incense, Musk |
The amber in Urban Hero provides a warm and slightly animalic base, while Gentlemen Only features incense and musk, creating a smoother, slightly smoky dry-down. The leather adds a distinct touch to Urban Hero.
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John Varvatos by John Varvatos Eau De Toilette Spray for Men
| Feature | Jimmy Choo Urban Hero | John Varvatos by John Varvatos |
Similarity to Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
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| Main Accords | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Woody, Fresh Spicy | Leather, Amber, Animalic, Sweet, Fresh Spicy |
Both share leather, amber, animalic, and fresh spicy accords, creating a bold and sensual masculine scent. The sweet aspect is more prominent in John Varvatos.
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| Top Notes | Black Pepper, Caviar Lime | Tamarind Pulp, Fig Leaf, Stevia, Calone |
The top notes differ significantly, with John Varvatos offering a unique sweet and green opening.
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| Heart Notes | Palisander Rosewood, Vetiver | Leather, Clary Sage, кориандр (Coriander) |
Both feature leather in the heart, enhancing the masculine character. The herbal and spicy notes in John Varvatos's heart differ from the woody and earthy notes in Urban Hero.
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| Base Notes | Leather, Grey Amber | Leather, Amber, Musk, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Vanilla |
Both share leather, amber, musk, and sandalwood in the base, creating a warm, sensual, and slightly woody dry-down. The vanilla and patchouli in John Varvatos add a touch of sweetness and earthiness.
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Unleash Your Inner Maverick: The Compelling Appeal of Jimmy Choo Urban Hero
Choosing Jimmy Choo Urban Hero is an embrace of modern masculinity, a scent that resonates with confidence and a touch of rebellious spirit. Here's why this fragrance deserves a place in your collection:
- A Unique Urban Signature: The blend of fresh lime, spicy pepper, smooth rosewood, earthy vetiver, warm amber, and sleek leather creates a distinctive and memorable fragrance that sets you apart.
- Versatility for the Modern Man: Its balanced composition makes it suitable for a range of occasions, from everyday wear in the city to evening outings where you want to project confidence and style.
- A Nod to Artistic Expression: The connection to street art and the collaboration with L'Atlas adds a layer of cultural relevance and artistic flair to the fragrance, making it more than just a scent.
- Confident and Masculine: The woody and leather notes provide a distinctly masculine foundation, while the fresh and spicy elements add a contemporary and energetic edge.
- A Statement of Individuality: Urban Hero is for the man who forges his own path, embraces his creativity, and navigates the urban landscape with effortless style and a touch of defiance.
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Embrace the Urban Edge: Discover Jimmy Choo Urban Hero at Near Store
Jimmy Choo Urban Hero is more than just a fragrance; it's an attitude, a reflection of the modern man who is both sophisticated and streetwise. Its unique blend of fresh, spicy, and woody notes, underscored by a sensual leather and amber base, captures the dynamic energy of the urban environment. Discover the confident allure of Jimmy Choo Urban Hero today at Near Store and make your mark on the city with a scent that is as individual and compelling as you are.