C Men Clones

"### Bottom Line Is Evoke Black a perfect replacement for C Men? No. Is it a damn good alternative ? Absolutely. If you crave the C Men profile but can't justify the hefty price tag, this is a no-brainer. Buy it. It offers excellent value and scratches that itch for a rich, spicy, leathery fragrance. The original is smoother and more refined, but ### How it Smells Evoke Black aims for the opulent spice of Clive Christian's C Men, and hits pretty close. The opening is a blast of saffron and thyme, with a slightly medicinal elemi note. It's not as smoothly blended as the original. There's a definite synthetic edge here, but it's fleeting. The heart features a floral blend – jasmine, rose, and orris – but they’re toned down, more of a background hum than a main attraction. The drydown is where this shines. Leather, oud, and tonka bean create a warm, slightly smoky base. It gets you 92% of the way to C Men. The biggest difference is the depth and natural feel of the ingredients. C Men uses higher-quality materials. ### Performance Reality Check Performance is solid, especially . I get 6-7 hours of noticeable projection, which then settles into a skin scent for another 2-3. It projects reasonably well for the first couple of hours, creating a decent scent bubble. You get what you pay for, and this outperforms many fragrances in the same price bracket."

"### Olfactory Experience Eternia aims to be Clive Christian C Men, and it gets respectably close – maybe 91% of the way there. The opening is where it stumbles a bit. The elemi and saffron are present, but lack the refined smoothness of the original. There's a slight harshness, a synthetic "tang" that's undeniable. As it settles, the jasmine and rose emerge. Again, good, but not great. The orris is subtle. The drydown is where Eternia shines. The leather and tonka bean are well-done, providing a warm, slightly sweet base with a hint of oud. It's pleasant, masculine, and less obviously "clone-y" than the opening. ### The Verdict Eternia is a good, not great, alternative to C Men. If you can find it under $50, it's a worthwhile purchase for someone curious about the Clive Christian DNA. It's a solid daily wear that won't break the bank. The original is smoother, more complex, and made with higher-quality ingredients. But for a casual wearer, the extra refinement might not justify the cost. Buy Eternia if you're budget-conscious and want a taste of luxury. Just be aware of the synthetic opening. ### Projection Power Performance is decent . I get about 6 hours on skin, with moderate projection for the first 2 hours. After that, it sits closer, becoming a more intimate scent. It projects a bit better on clothes, pushing closer to 8 hours. Don't expect beast mode, but it's not a total skin scent either."