Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum vs Patchouli Sauvage Eau de Parfum

Incident Diplomatique

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2017	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	££

Patchouli Sauvage

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum

This is a serious, sophisticated vetiver and patchouli bomb for grown-ups. It's divisive, with some hailing it a masterpiece for its unique blend of dirty earthiness and fresh spice, while others find it too challenging or simply 'chocolatey vetiver'. Definitely not a safe blind buy.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Patchouli Sauvage Eau de Parfum

This isn't your grandad's dusty patchouli. Patchouli Sauvage manages to be both refined and quietly commanding, a woody-amber ode to elegance. It's a classy scent that proves patchouli can be perfectly polite, but make no mistake, it still projects with serious staying power.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	26%	28%
Floral	1%	3%
Fruity	6%	10%
Green	3%	4%
Sweet	20%	17%
Warm	10%	9%
Woody	34%	25%
Earthy	28%	22%
Animalic	0%	3%
Fresh	8%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Incident Diplomatique EdP

Patchouli Sauvage EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Mandarin 100%

Only in Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum

Mandarin 100%

Only in Patchouli Sauvage Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 55% Grapefruit 45%

Only in Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 57% Nutmeg 43%

Only in Patchouli Sauvage Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 43% Labdanum 29% Dried Fruits 29%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 36% vs 18%

Only in Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 64%

Only in Patchouli Sauvage Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 23% Cedar 22% Amber 19% Tonka Bean 17%

Accords

Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum Patchouli Sauvage Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

71%

Earthy

52%

69%

Patchouli

58%

Amber

63%

61%

Aromatic

54%

58%

Fresh Spicy

56%

Warm Spicy

51%

45%

Citrus

50%

45%

Balsamic

45%

Powdery

45%

Woody shared

100%

Earthy shared

71%

52%

Patchouli shared

69%

58%

Amber

63%

Aromatic shared

61%

54%

Fresh Spicy

58%

Warm Spicy shared

56%

51%

Citrus shared

45%

50%

Balsamic shared

45%

Powdery

45%

Performance

Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum Patchouli Sauvage Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its formal leaning accords and the 'boss scent' comments from reviewers make it suitable for formal occasions and dates. While some wear it to the office, its distinct, mature character makes it less ideal for casual or sporty settings where a lighter touch is often preferred.

Patchouli Sauvage Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its significant projection and longevity mean this isn't for a claustrophobic office, though careful application for cooler weather could work. The elegant woody-amber profile and polite patchouli make it ideal for formal events and sophisticated dates; it's a bit too refined for active casual wear.