Bois d'Armenie Eau de Parfum bottle Bois d'Armenie
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2006 Year 2018
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MALVS Eau de Parfum bottle MALVS

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bois d'Armenie Eau de Parfum
A truly gorgeous, refined benzoin-incense masterpiece that Guerlain inexplicably chopped. Bois d'Armenie is a sophisticated, comforting scent that everyone seems to be scrambling to get their hands on before it's gone for good.
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Our Verdict - MALVS Eau de Parfum
This one's a divisive, dark amber. Some reckon it's a mysterious, sensual masterpiece with temple vibes, while others find it a cloying, dated mess. Definitely one to try before you commit, as it pushes strong opinions.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 2%
Floral 10% 4%
Fruity 1% 7%
Green 1% 3%
Sweet 16% 20%
Warm 28% 28%
Woody 23% 26%
Earthy 22% 18%
Animalic 8% 7%
Fresh 5% 8%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Bois d'Armenie EdP
MALVS EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 26% vs 36%
Only in Bois d'Armenie Eau de Parfum
Incense 38% Iris 35%
Only in MALVS Eau de Parfum
Frankincense 42% Apple 22%
Shared Notes
Musk 27% vs 15%

Accords

Bois d'Armenie Eau de Parfum MALVS Eau de Parfum
100%
Amber
100%
66%
Woody
63%
62%
Balsamic
57%
60%
Warm Spicy
58%
52%
Smoky
49%
48%
Iris
47%
Powdery
44%
Vanilla
47%
Aromatic
44%
Amber shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
66%
63%
Balsamic shared
62%
57%
Warm Spicy shared
60%
58%
Smoky shared
52%
49%
48%
Powdery shared
47%
44%
47%
44%

Performance

Bois d'Armenie Eau de Parfum MALVS Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Bois d'Armenie Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its refined and warm character makes it ideal for dates and formal events, creating an elegant impression. While its projection is generally subtle to average, it's suitable for office wear, but less so for casual daytime activities or anything sporty due to its rich, resinous profile.

MALVS Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong amber, woody, and incense accords, MALVS is best suited for evening and cooler weather occasions. While some find it cozy enough for casual wear, its intensity makes it less ideal for the office or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
81%
Accord
89%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Guaiac Wood, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Bois d'Armenie Eau de Parfum
MALVS Eau de Parfum
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