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Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man fragrance
Comme Des Garcons

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man

EDT Masculine · 2004 · by Unknown
6.4 /10

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man scores 7/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 7/10 longevity
From USD 250–400From EUR 215–344From GBP 185–296From PKR 70,000–110,000From AED 925–1,450From INR 23,638–37,820From SAR 938–1,500
7 Longevity
6 Sillage
6 Versatility
7 Value
6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Woody Smoky
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileWoodySmokyACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Formal Evening Artistic Events
Seasons
Fall Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 6 / 10
Extreme Heat
3/10
Poor
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
3/10
Poor
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
9/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

An avant-garde woody-incense blend with metallic aldehydes and a refined drydown.

How It Wears

The smoky, woody notes might be appreciated in cooler, drier climates, but it's likely too heavy for hot and humid conditions.

How It Compares

Often seen as a more polished and conceptual alternative to other woody incense fragrances.

The Controversy

Its unique and abstract character can be challenging for those accustomed to mainstream scents.

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man: Niche Without the Pretension

The word ‘niche’ carries considerable baggage — elitism, inaccessibility, diminishing returns. Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man by Comme Des Garcons cuts against all of that. Built on Woody, Smoky, this EDT is sophisticated without being alienating, distinctive without being difficult. For any buyer where quality and uniqueness command a genuine premium, Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man positions itself as an intelligent investment.

An avant-garde woody-incense blend with metallic aldehydes and a refined drydown.

How Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man Smells: Notes & Development

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man opens with Aldehydes, Nutmeg, Caraway, Kumquat and Mint — the first impression as it hits the skin. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Vetiver, Saffron and Iris. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Incense, Mahogany and Leather.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Woody, Smoky — the kind of profile that rewards a second and third wearing.

Longevity & Projection: Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man on the Clock

Longevity (7/10): Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man delivers strong longevity for EDT. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (6/10): Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man projects at a social distance, noticeable without overwhelming. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (6/10): Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. It thrives in its intended context but may feel mismatched further outside that sweet spot.

Value (7/10): Pricing at around $250 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

How Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is hot & humid (Dubai, Miami) at 3/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

The smoky, woody notes might be appreciated in cooler, drier climates, but it's likely too heavy for hot and humid conditions.

That is a structural result rather than a flaw — Aldehydes and Mint evaporate fast in heat, so what is left on skin by midday is a fraction of what you sprayed.

Its average across all five zones is 6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

When to Wear Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man is best suited to Formal, Evening, Artistic Events. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man performs best in Fall, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Often seen as a more polished and conceptual alternative to other woody incense fragrances.

Price & Value

Internationally, Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man sits at $250–$400. That places it firmly in luxury territory — a considered purchase competing with the top tier of niche and designer-exclusive releases.

Regional pricing: PKR 70,000–110,000 in Pakistan, AED 925–1,450 in the UAE, ₹21,000–₹34,000 in India. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Online Niche Retailers, Dover Street Market. GCC/UAE: Niche Boutiques, Selective Department Stores. Pakistan: Niche Boutiques, Online Retailers.

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man Clones & Cheaper Alternatives

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man has workable budget alternatives — none a carbon copy, but each close enough to scratch the same itch for a fraction of the outlay, ranked here by how near they sit to the original:

Afnan Supremacy Incense (70% DNA match): $35 / PKR 6,000 / AED 100 — a saving of approximately 86% versus the original.

The Clone Finder searches the full database by note DNA if none of these fit.

Verdict

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man earns its premium through genuine distinction rather than marketing mythology — a fragrance that rewards the wearer rather than impressing bystanders.

An overall 6.4/10 puts Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Its unique and abstract character can be challenging for those accustomed to mainstream scents.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man last?

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man has a longevity score of 7/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man worth the price?

At around $250, Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man by Comme Des Garcons is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man smell like?

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man is characterised by Woody, Smoky accords. Opening with Aldehydes and Nutmeg, the heart revolves around Vetiver and Saffron, settling into a base of Incense and Mahogany.

Is Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man good for hot or humid weather?

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man was not designed for extreme heat (score: 3/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

What is the best clone or alternative to Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man?

The closest alternative is Afnan Supremacy Incense at a 70% DNA match. At around $35, it represents a saving of approximately 86% versus the original.

Is Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man for men or women?

Comme Des Garcons Comme Des Garcons 2 Man is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.