Bois des Iles Eau de Parfum bottle Bois des Iles
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2007 Year 1927
££££ Price Tier £
L'Aimant Eau de Parfum bottle L'Aimant

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bois des Iles Eau de Parfum
Bois des Iles EDP is a masterpiece for a reason - a creamy, luxurious sandalwood classic that some find elusive or 'old-fashioned', but plenty more describe as pure olfactory bliss.
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Our Verdict - L'Aimant Eau de Parfum
Coty L'Aimant is either a timeless, affordable classic akin to Chanel No. 5 or simply a cheap, dated soapy mess. Its longevity and projection vary wildly, but it's universally agreed to offer serious bang for your buck if it hits right.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 10%
Floral 31% 36%
Fruity 6% 8%
Green 5% 4%
Sweet 27% 26%
Warm 10% 3%
Woody 11% 12%
Earthy 7% 3%
Animalic 5% 8%
Fresh 16% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Bois des Iles EdP
L'Aimant EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Aldehydes 25% vs 37%
Neroli 15% vs 22%
Peach 14% vs 21%
Bergamot 14% vs 18%
Only in Bois des Iles Eau de Parfum
Coriander 16% Mandarin 14%
Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 18% vs 23%
Jasmine 13% vs 21%
Rose 12% vs 21%
Only in L'Aimant Eau de Parfum
Geranium 19% Orchid 15%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 19% vs 17%
Tonka Bean 11% vs 16%
Vanilla 11% vs 17%
Musk 10% vs 20%
Vetiver 10% vs 14%
Only in Bois des Iles Eau de Parfum
Amber 13% Benzoin 12% Opoponax 12%
Only in L'Aimant Eau de Parfum
Cedar 14%

Accords

Bois des Iles Eau de Parfum L'Aimant Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
69%
Aldehydic
91%
86%
Powdery
81%
82%
Amber
63%
Sweet
80%
58%
Aromatic
79%
Rose
78%
64%
Fresh
77%
56%
Vanilla
71%
64%
Iris
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aldehydic shared
69%
91%
Powdery shared
86%
81%
82%
Sweet shared
63%
80%
Aromatic shared
58%
79%
78%
Fresh shared
64%
77%
Vanilla shared
56%
71%
64%

Performance

Bois des Iles Eau de Parfum L'Aimant Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Bois des Iles Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its elegant and refined profile makes it ideal for formal events and dates, lending a luxurious touch without being overpowering. While some find it office-safe due to its polite projection, the richness of the base accords leans it towards more special occasions. It is far too sophisticated for casual or sport wear.

L'Aimant Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date Formal

Its soft sillage and powdery floral nature make it suitable for casual wear or an office setting. While some find it elegant enough for formal events, its perceived 'vintage' character might not suit all formal tastes. Its lack of power makes it unsuitable for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
92%
Accord
72%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Aldehydic, Powdery accords and Vetiver, Ylang-Ylang notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Bois des Iles Eau de Parfum
L'Aimant Eau de Parfum
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