L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2006 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Bois d'Armenie
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Which Should You Buy?
A masterful smoky-incense and leather fragrance with a golden, mysterious warmth. Or Encens is for those who want gravitas and sophistication, not mass appeal. It commands attention with its complexity and depth.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 17% | 10% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 2% | 1% |
| Sweet | 14% | 16% |
| Warm | 29% | 28% |
| Woody | 22% | 23% |
| Earthy | 17% | 22% |
| Animalic | 15% | 8% |
| Fresh | 4% | 5% |
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The dense incense, amber, leather, and smoky woods make this an ideal choice for fall and winter, radiating warmth and richness in cool weather. Its power and spice may be too much for summer but work for cool spring evenings.
Occasions
This bold, resinous scent is best for formal, evening, or date settings where its smoky richness shines. It's too commanding and dense for office or sports but can work for casual nights out.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Balsamic accords and Incense, Pink Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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