The A*Men line generates divided opinions, with the original formulation and Pure Havane flanker highly regarded, while recent releases like Stellar and Ultimate disappoint long-time fans. Community consensus indicates the line excels for evening wear in cooler seasons but struggles with versatility and summer compatibility, with notable quality decline in newer releases compared to vintage versions.
Позитивний
Original A*Men formulation has strong silage and longevity
Pure Havane is versatile and receives consistent praise for complexity
Kryptomint offers unique mint-chocolate character reminiscent of Andes Mints
Brand responsive to customer inquiries and sample requests
Негативний
Recent flankers (Stellar, Ultimate) perceived as weak, generic, and underwhelming compared to original
Часті запитання
What's the difference between Listen for Men and A*Men?+
Listen for Men is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Herb Alpert (1991) dominated by its signature accords. A*Men is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Mugler (1996) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share no primary accords — distinctly different profiles.
By community rating, Listen for Men scores 4.50/5 vs A*Men at 4.02/5. A*Men's standout strength: Original A*Men formulation has strong silage and longevity. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Listen for Men and A*Men smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. A*Men: The A*Men line generates divided opinions, with the original formulation and Pure Havane flanker highly regarded, while recent releases like Stellar and Ultimate disappoint long-time fans.
Which lasts longer, Listen for Men or A*Men?+
A*Men: Original A*Men formulation has strong silage and longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Listen for Men vs A*Men?+
Listen for Men scores highest for all seasons wear; A*Men scores highest for winter wear. Listen for Men leans daytime, A*Men leans evening.
Pure Malt is overhyped, too linear, and lacks versatility for daily wear
Overall A*Men line DNA not suitable for warm weather or daytime wear
Quality concerns with newer releases compared to vintage formulations
