Bois Oriental
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1992 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Marjan
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
An early-Sheldrake cedar in the Salons du Palais Royal tradition - quietly grand rather than opulent, with Lutens' creamy sandalwood-amber drydown carrying a soft spice halo. Reads classy and self-possessed rather than loud.
Marjan by Al Haramain Perfumes is a divisive one. You'll either love its intensely fresh, spicy, and woody kick or find it utterly perplexing. Definitely not a safe blind buy, despite the gorgeous bottle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 11% |
| Sweet | 14% | 15% |
| Warm | 35% | 42% |
| Woody | 48% | 36% |
| Earthy | 12% | 10% |
| Animalic | 3% | 5% |
| Fresh | 5% | 15% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Cedar-spice and warm sandalwood-amber are autumn and winter naturals; the heaviness reads out of place in summer and only edges into spring on cooler days.
Occasions
Quietly composed and mature - well suited to date and formal evening wear, with office viable for those who like a discreet warm cedar signature. Too distinctive for sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its bold and unique profile, with significant projection, makes it less suitable for a typical office environment. However, many reviewers find it 'uplifting' and 'sexy' for summer, suggesting it's perfect for casual outings or making a statement on a date. Its distinctive nature leans away from traditional formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Aromatic accords and Spicy, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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