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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Iris Patchouli
A truly special, complex iris scent that smells far more niche and expensive than its price tag suggests. While some find it too strong or 'play-dough-like', the vast majority rave about its evolving layers and luxurious feel. It’s an absolute bargain for iris lovers.
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Our Verdict - Shrub of Asia
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Iris Patchouli - a powdery fragrance led by Coconut, Violet Leaf, with woody depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 24% 13%
Fruity 10% 10%
Green 2% 11%
Sweet 24% 22%
Warm 25% 13%
Woody 11% 16%
Earthy 21% 22%
Animalic 8% 5%
Fresh 4% 14%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Iris Patchouli Extrait
Shrub of Asia EdP

Notes

Only in Iris Patchouli
Davana 53% Cinnamon 47%
Only in Shrub of Asia
Coconut 53% Violet Leaf 47%
Shared Notes
Iris 64% vs 27%
Only in Iris Patchouli
Violet 35%
Shared Notes
Frankincense 23% vs 26%

Accords

Iris Patchouli Shrub of Asia
100%
Iris
90%
Amber
54%
86%
Powdery
90%
73%
Woody
78%
72%
Earthy
68%
Leather
Fruity
66%
64%
Patchouli
60%
Balsamic
Floral
42%
100%
Amber shared
90%
54%
Powdery shared
86%
90%
Woody shared
73%
78%
72%
68%
66%
64%
60%
42%

Performance

Iris Patchouli Shrub of Asia
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Iris Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, mentioned in numerous reviews, make it less suitable for an office environment unless applied very sparingly. However, its complex, evolving character and elegant blend of iris, leather, and resins shine on dates and formal occasions. It's generally too refined for casual wear and certainly not for sport.

Shrub of Asia

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Reach for it across spring and summer, where the powdery signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
78%
Olfactory
88%
Notes
79%
Accord
48%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Woody, Powdery accords and Iris, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Iris Patchouli
Shrub of Asia
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