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Bois du Portugal Eau de Parfum bottle Bois du Portugal EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
1987 Year 2020
££££ Price Tier £
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bois du Portugal EDP
Bois du Portugal is undeniably 'old money' a classic gentleman's scent that, despite some calling it 'grandpa-ish', largely gets a pass due to its sheer quality. It's a divisive one for age, but praised for its timeless class and masterful blend.
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Our Verdict - Power for Men EDT
A budget-friendly fragrance with a balanced fresh spicy profile that suits many occasions. Perfect for those looking for an accessible yet versatile scent.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Bois du Portugal EDP
Power for Men EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 100% vs 40%
Only in Power for Men
Pepper 32% Citrus 27%
Shared Notes
Lavender 100% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 32% vs 33%
Cedar 27% vs 29%
Vetiver 21% vs 20%
Only in Bois du Portugal
Ambergris 18%
Only in Power for Men
Amber 17%

Accords

Bois du Portugal Power for Men
100%
Woody
80%
51%
Fresh Spicy
90%
52%
Citrus
70%
69%
Aromatic
61%
Lavender
52%
Powdery
48%
Amber
40%
Woody shared
100%
80%
Fresh Spicy shared
51%
90%
Citrus shared
52%
70%
69%
61%
52%
Amber shared
48%
40%

Performance

Bois du Portugal Power for Men
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Bois du Portugal

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its classic, refined fougere profile makes it excellent for formal occasions and offices, conveying a sense of mature confidence. While arguably too potent and 'old-school' for everyday casual wear, some reviewers do consider it an 'any occasion' masterpiece. Performance is generally strong, although some report it settling to a skin scent after a few hours.

Power for Men

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The fresh spicy and woody accords make it suitable for spring and fall. The moderate intensity and warmth also provide some versatility in cooler summer days and mild winter days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The moderate projection and classic scent profile make it suitable for casual and date settings, as well as some office environments where a fresh and polite scent is preferred.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, citrus, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Bois du Portugal EDP
Power for Men EDT
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