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Bois du Portugal Eau de Parfum bottle Bois du Portugal EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
1987 Year 2019
££££ Price Tier ££
All You Need is Desire Eau de Parfum bottle All You Need is Desire EDP

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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 - All You Need is Desire EDP
Well, this one's a mystery. Given the community reviews suggest no one has actually smelled it, I'd say save your cash. Otherwise, it sounds like a citrus-aromatic meant to be a crowd-pleaser.
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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
All You Need is Desire EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 100% vs 46%
Only in All You Need is Desire
Citrus 53%
Shared Notes
Lavender 100% vs 55%
Only in All You Need is Desire
Sage 44%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 32% vs 66%
Cedar 27% vs 33%
Only in Bois du Portugal
Vetiver 21% Ambergris 18%

Accords

Bois du Portugal All You Need is Desire
100%
Woody
72%
52%
Citrus
100%
69%
Aromatic
58%
61%
Lavender
46%
51%
Fresh Spicy
58%
52%
Powdery
52%
Fresh
49%
48%
Amber
Woody shared
100%
72%
Citrus shared
52%
100%
Aromatic shared
69%
58%
Lavender shared
61%
46%
Fresh Spicy shared
51%
58%
Powdery shared
52%
52%
49%
48%

Performance

Bois du Portugal All You Need is Desire
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.

All You Need is Desire

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

The fresh and aromatic profile makes this suitable for office and casual wear, projecting an approachable vibe. Its subtle character prevents it from being a strong choice for formal events or high-impact dates.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, lavender

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Bois du Portugal EDP
All You Need is Desire EDP
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