Battle Royale: Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo Clones Comparison

Introduction

• Discussion on clones of Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo.
• Clones being compared:
  • Kismet Tux
  • Mustache by Rochas
  • Tux by Dua
  • Tux by Mason Alhambra
• Objective: To find out which clone is closest to the original YSL Tuxedo.

Importance of the Review

• The speaker considers themselves a qualified reviewer due to their passion for tuxedo fragrances.
• Acknowledges the limitations of availability and pricing for the original fragrance.
• Clones can provide good alternatives for budget-conscious consumers.

Testing Methodology

• Full opening and dry down comparison of fragrances.
• Check opening impressions first, followed by dry down analysis.

Opening Impressions

1. Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo

   • Familiar scent, strong initial impression.

2. Mason Alhambra Tux

   • Very close to the original.
   • Lacks the Patchouli punch.

3. Mustache by Rochas

   • Comes off greener and different than the original.
   • Not a direct clone, more of its own interpretation.

4. Kismet Tux

   • Very light on paper; closer than Mustache but not as strong as Tux.

5. Tux by Dua

   • Similar to original; retains a lot of energy but lacks the depth of Patchouli.

Dry Down Analysis

• Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo

  • Excellent performance, classic scent.

• Mason Alhambra Tux

  • Similar scent but lacks the depth of original Patchouli.

• Mustache by Rochas

  • Different scent profile, more amber notes and fizz.

• Kismet Tux

  • Performs better on skin than on paper but still lacks strength.

• Tux by Dua

  • Close to original but falls slightly short in depth and woody notes.

Final Rankings

1. Mason Alhambra Tux

   • Closest to Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo.

2. Dua Tux

   • Very close, with slight differences noted in performance.

3. Mustache by Rochas

   • Different enough to be considered its own fragrance.

4. Kismet Tux

   • Surprising performance on skin but still overshadowed by top two.

Conclusion

• No clone perfectly replicates the original Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo fragrance.
• Personal insights shared from an enthusiast's perspective on the clones.
• Encourages viewers to make informed choices based on their preferences.
• End note expressing love and appreciation for the audience.