Big Pony #2 by Ralph Lauren is well-regarded within the community as a soft, powdery, and sweet fragrance that appeals to mature men. It appears to be the only Big Pony fragrance that resonates positively with users, though overall mentions are limited compared to other designer fragrances discussed.
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Soft and powdery scent profile
Sweet fragrance with good appeal
Suitable for mature men in their 40s-50s
Stands out as preferred option among Big Pony line
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Other fragrances in the Big Pony line are not well-received
Limited mentions suggest niche appeal
Not suitable for those who dislike sweet or powdery scents
社区情绪脉搏 — A*Men
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47 条评价 · 来源：r/fragrance 社区
6.5
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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.
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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
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Recent flankers (Stellar, Ultimate) perceived as weak, generic, and underwhelming compared to original
常见问题
What's the difference between Big Pony 2 and A*Men?+
Big Pony 2 is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Ralph Lauren (2010) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. A*Men is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Mugler (1996) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 2 accords: Warm Spicy, Sweet.
By community rating, Big Pony 2 scores 3.51/5 vs A*Men at 4.02/5. On r/fragrance, Big Pony 2 sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while A*Men is 6.5/10 (mixed). Big Pony 2's standout strength: Soft and powdery scent profile. 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 Big Pony 2 and A*Men smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Big Pony 2: Big Pony #2 by Ralph Lauren is well-regarded within the community as a soft, powdery, and sweet fragrance that appeals to mature men. 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, Big Pony 2 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 Big Pony 2 vs A*Men?+
Big Pony 2 scores highest for fall wear; A*Men scores highest for winter wear. Big Pony 2 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
