HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Gentleman Society vs Icon
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Gentleman Society leans fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Icon leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
78/100
Longevity
75/100
73/100
Sillage
72/100
50%
Day Wear
58%
50%
Night Wear
42%
31%
Spring
31%
22%
Summer
22%
24%
Autumn
26%
22%
Winter
22%
167
Value (lower price wins)
222
Gentleman Society
Top
bergamot, orange blossom, sage
Heart
narcissus, violet leaf
Base
vetiver, cedar, vanilla
Icon
Top
bergamot, neroli, lavender
Heart
orange blossom, iris, geranium
Base
leather, black pepper, amber
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Gentleman Society or Icon better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Gentleman Society leans fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Icon leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Gentleman Society or Icon?
Gentleman Society lasts longer. Gentleman Society is rated long lasting (8-10h) while Icon is rated long lasting (8-10h).
Do Gentleman Society and Icon smell similar?
They share 2 notes: bergamot, orange blossom. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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