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Amber & Patchouli Cologne bottle Amber & Patchouli EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2018 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Aromatic Resin Eau de Parfum bottle Aromatic Resin EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Amber & Patchouli EDC
A divisive Jo Malone offering that punches above its weight in performance, delivering a sophisticated amber and patchouli blend that some find perfect, while others are less inspired by its simplicity.
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Our Verdict - Aromatic Resin EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Amber & Patchouli (JM). Built around Guaiac Wood, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Amber & Patchouli (JM).
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Amber & Patchouli EDC
Aromatic Resin EDP

Notes

Amber & Patchouli
Aromatic Resin

Heart Notes

Heart Notes

Only in Aromatic Resin
Guaiac Wood 100%
Shared Notes
Amber 33% vs 52%
Patchouli 33% vs 47%
Only in Amber & Patchouli
Guaiac Wood 33%

Accords

Amber & Patchouli Aromatic Resin
100%
Woody
70%
68%
Patchouli
65%
Amber
Sweet
50%
45%
Earthy
Woody shared
100%
70%
68%
65%
50%
45%

Performance

Amber & Patchouli Aromatic Resin
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Amber & Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and winter pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its subtle yet persistent nature makes it excellent for office wear, as noted by community reviews. The warmth of amber and patchouli lends itself well to date nights and formal events, though its understated projection might get lost in very loud settings.

Aromatic Resin

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The woody character is happiest in autumn and winter - cooler air gives the warmth room to bloom; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its woody, amber signature leans toward evening and daily wear - approachable enough for formal use without overwhelming a room.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both share Guaiac Wood, Patchouli, Amber notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Amber & Patchouli EDC
Aromatic Resin EDP
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