Is Perfume Parlour French Silver a dupe of Dior Bois d'Argent?
Bois d'Argent EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2004 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
French Silver EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Bois d'Argent
- French Silver
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
Bois d'Argent is a divisive beast: some hail it as a masterpiece, a soft, seductive veil of iris and woods. Others lambaste its disappearing act, claiming it's nothing more than overpriced air. If you land on the latter, you're not wrong, but if you're lucky enough to smell it, it's rather lovely.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Christian Dior Bois D'Argent - a powdery fragrance led by Juniper Berries, Iris, Cypress, with woody depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate projection makes it ideal for office wear, where a softer presence is appreciated. For dates, its alluring and cozy nature encourages closeness. However, its poor longevity and sillage for many mean it wouldn't stand up well in casual or formal settings where more impact is desired.
Seasons
The powdery character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its powdery, woody signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Woody Notes, Patchouli, Cypress
Without leather and musk
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Bois d'Argent EDP
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French Silver EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United States. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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