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Mankind Ultimate by Kenneth Cole

Kenneth Cole· 2015

Mankind Ultimate

7.789Typically ~$30

Opens on aquatic notes, settles into a musk-aquatic base. Best in fall, made for daily wear.

AquaticSpicyWoodyFruityFresh

Scent profile

Top notes

Aquatic notes Citrus notes Cucumber

Heart notes

Cashmere wood Vetiver

Base notes

Musk Oakmoss Sandalwood

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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When to wear it

A fall and spring fragrance that wears easiest in daylight — at its best for everyday wear and the office.

FallDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

83%

Spring

96%

Summer

96%

Fall

100%

Day

100%

Night

77%

Where

Office

92%

Casual

100%

Date

84%

Club

62%

Formal

75%

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Sport

69%