Mr. Burberry EDT

Burberry by Francis Kurkdjian

85%

Papyrus Oud 71 EDP

Parle Moi de Parfum by Michel Almairac

Comparison

85%

Mr. Burberry EDT Burberry · 2016 M

Papyrus Oud 71 EDP Parle Moi de Parfum · 2018 M

Top

Grapefruit

Cardamom

Tarragon

Mint

Heart

Cedar

Birch

Nutmeg

Lavender

Base

Vetiver

Guaiac Wood

Sandalwood

Benzoin

Amberwood

Top

Papyrus

Ginger

Bergamot

Lemon

Lavender

Heart

Cedar

Sandalwood

Pink Pepper

Patchouli

Orris

Base

Frankincense

Vetiver

Vanilla

Leather

Labdanum

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Mr. Burberry EDT

EDT	Concentration	EDP
M	Gender	M
2016	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

Papyrus Oud 71 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mr. Burberry EDT

A crisp, contemporary take on classic British masculinity. Mr. Burberry EDT is versatile, polished, and effortlessly wearable for the modern man, though it lacks the drama or intensity of true standouts. Ideal for daily rotation.

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Our Verdict - Papyrus Oud 71 EDP

This is Michel Almairac's love letter to his own creation, the legendary Gucci Pour Homme (2003). It’s divisive; some say it perfects the original, others that the 'oud' note ruins it. Expect dry, woody, and intensely aromatic elegance, but know that some find the dry-down cloying.

Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Mr. Burberry EDT

Papyrus Oud 71 EDP

Notes

Only in Mr. Burberry

Grapefruit 26% Cardamom 26% Tarragon 24% Mint 24%

Only in Papyrus Oud 71

Papyrus 20% Ginger 13% Bergamot 12% Lemon 11% Lavender 11% Basil 11% Artemisia 11% Petitgrain 11%

Shared Notes

Cedar 26% vs 17%

Only in Mr. Burberry

Birch 25% Nutmeg 25% Lavender 23%

Only in Papyrus Oud 71

Sandalwood 15% Pink Pepper 12% Patchouli 12% Orris 12% Geranium 11% Jasmine 11% Carnation 10%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 18% vs 11%

Oakmoss 15% vs 9%

Only in Mr. Burberry

Guaiac Wood 17% Sandalwood 17% Benzoin 16% Amberwood 16%

Only in Papyrus Oud 71

Frankincense 14% Vanilla 10% Leather 10% Labdanum 9% Amber 9% Musk 9% Tonka Bean 9% Sage 9%

Accords

Mr. Burberry Papyrus Oud 71

95%

Woody

100%

80%

Aromatic

63%

75%

Fresh Spicy

58%

Amber

63%

60%

Citrus

50%

Green

Powdery

49%

30%

Leather

46%

Warm Spicy

46%

Earthy

46%

Woody shared

95%

100%

Aromatic shared

80%

63%

Fresh Spicy shared

75%

58%

Amber

63%

Citrus

60%

Green

50%

Powdery

49%

Leather shared

30%

46%

Warm Spicy

46%

Earthy

46%

Performance

Mr. Burberry Papyrus Oud 71

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mr. Burberry

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer

Bright citrus and herbal notes make this ideal for spring and early autumn, while its woody base provides enough depth for cooler days. It is less suited for winter where heavier, richer scents prevail, and may be too dense for the hottest summer days.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its moderate projection and fresh-woody character make it perfect for office and casual use, while the refined aromatic profile works for low-key dates. Not bold enough for formal evenings or athletic freshness.

Papyrus Oud 71

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its moderate projection and sophisticated woody-amber profile make it versatile for office and formal wear, leaning mature. Reviewers mention it as an 'office-safe' professional scent, yet its refined depth also suits dates and cooler evenings.