English Oak & Hazelnut Cologne vs Bowmakers Eau de Parfum
English Oak & Hazelnut EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bowmakers EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive Jo Malone outing. Some find this woody, nutty concoction a fresh, clean, office-friendly delight, while others are disappointed by its lack of hazelnut and general 'aftershave' scent. It's an understated charmer, not a crowd-pleaser.
Bowmakers is a polarising scent, utterly authentic yet surprisingly wearable for some, while others find it too literal. Expect an olfactory trip to an artisan's workshop - wood, varnish, and all - but be warned, some find it a bit too much like body odour.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This scent's clean, woody, and fresh profile makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear, as many users highlight its non-offensive nature. While generally subtle, its respectable longevity for a Jo Malone scent allows for versatility, though its understated character might be overlooked in formal settings or during vigorous sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its distinctive woody, resinous, and borderline 'varnish' accords might be too strong or unusual for a typical office setting. However, its natural, cozy dry down and moderate sillage make it suitable for casual wear, especially in cooler weather, with some finding it surprisingly sexy for dates.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, aromatic
Adds leather and mahogany, drops cedar and hazelnut
Where to buy
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