Lapidus
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1987 | Year | 2014 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bois Lumière
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Which Should You Buy?
Lapidus Pour Homme: a true 80s powerhouse. It's a divisive beast - you'll either adore its audacious blend of honey and masculinity, or you'll recoil from its unapologetic vintage roar. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but for those who know, it's a masterpiece.
Bois Lumière is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect raw, challenging honey and a potent honey-immortelle blend that some find intoxicatingly unique, while others describe it as unwearable, pissy, or just 'too much'. Definitely try before you buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 5% |
| Floral | 13% | 15% |
| Fruity | 5% | 1% |
| Green | 16% | 13% |
| Sweet | 18% | 30% |
| Warm | 13% | 17% |
| Woody | 19% | 18% |
| Earthy | 13% | 7% |
| Animalic | 6% | 11% |
| Fresh | 18% | 13% |
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Base Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This is a beast-mode fragrance with strong projection and longevity, making it unsuitable for an office setting where it could easily overwhelm. Its bold, masculine character and sensual honey-tobacco notes lend themselves well to evening dates and formal events, though some find it too 'old-school' for modern palates. It's a bit much for casual wear, and definitely not for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This perfume's strong, animalic honey and woody accords make it too potent for an office setting. Its unique and sensual profile, however, makes it highly suitable for dates and eveningwear, offering a distinctive presence that commands attention.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Honey, Sweet, Woody accords and Rose, Honey notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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