Score
85/100

French Avenue

Scorpio

2025Jean-Christophe Hérault

“Rum and tobacco over vanilla and styrax — the Jazz Club register, warm and boozy. A late-autumn bar, bottled cheap.”

Scorpio
aromatic
sweet
tobacco

Scorpio

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The take

What works

  • ●A rich tobacco, rum and vanilla profile
  • ●Exceptional value for the quality on offer
  • ●Excellent presentation and luxurious packaging

Trade-offs

  • ●Leans masculine enough to narrow its audience
  • ●Needs maceration to reach full potential

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Notes

Top

Pink PepperPink PepperDavanaDavanaLemonLemonNeroliNeroli

Mid

RumRumVetiverVetiverClary SageClary Sage

Base

TobaccoTobaccoVanilla BeanVanilla BeanStyraxStyrax

Performance

Longevity
6–8 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Unisex.

When

  • Spring, 45%
  • Summer, 9%
  • Fall, 98%, best
  • Winter, 100%, best
  • Day, 42%
  • Night, 86%, best

Occasions

Date nightNight outSpecial occasion

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Scorpio smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Maison Martin Margiela Replica Jazz Club (87%), Maison Martin Margiela Jazz Club 2025 Holiday Limited Edition (75%), Dolce & Gabbana The One Luminous Night (50%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does Scorpio last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear Scorpio?

Scorpio is best in fall and winter, at night. It suits date nights, nights out, and special occasions.

Is Scorpio worth it?

At this price, yes for this tier. A rich tobacco, rum and vanilla profile. Exceptional value for the quality on offer.