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34 Boulevard Saint Germain Eau de Parfum bottle 34 Boulevard Saint Germain EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2011 Year 2003
££ Price Tier ££££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 34 Boulevard Saint Germain EDP
Olivier Pescheux’s ode to Diptyque is divisive, a complex spiced cocktail that evokes old-world charm for some and a dusty potpourri for others. It commands attention and isn't for the faint of heart, an acquired taste for the discerning nose.
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Our Verdict - Ciel Pour Homme EDP
This one's a divisive throwback. Some call it a clean, sophisticated lavender dream, while others write it off as bland, dated, or even a bit 'old lady'. A true love-it-or-hate-it Amouage from way back when.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
34 Boulevard Saint Germain EDP
Ciel Pour Homme EDP

Notes

Accords

34 Boulevard Saint Germain Ciel Pour Homme
100%
Warm Spicy
86%
96%
Woody
100%
49%
Fresh Spicy
98%
Lavender
92%
61%
Aromatic
90%
66%
Green
Powdery
62%
Floral
62%
Citrus
61%
52%
Fruity
60%
58%
Amber
56%
Cinnamon
49%
Fresh
Warm Spicy shared
100%
86%
Woody shared
96%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
49%
98%
92%
Aromatic shared
61%
90%
66%
62%
62%
61%
Fruity shared
52%
60%
58%
56%
49%

Performance

34 Boulevard Saint Germain Ciel Pour Homme
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

34 Boulevard Saint Germain

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong sillage and complex, warm spicy profile, this scent is better suited for occasions where it can make a statement, like dates or formal events, rather than an office setting. While some find it appropriate for daily wear, the intensity suggests it's not ideal for casual or active situations.

Ciel Pour Homme

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh-spicy character make it versatile for casual outings and dates, particularly in warmer weather as many reviewers suggest. While some find it suitable for work, its subtle nature and occasional 'old-school' impression lowers its formal score for modern contexts.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, woody, aromatic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

34 Boulevard Saint Germain EDP
Ciel Pour Homme EDP
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