Patchouly Eau de Parfum bottle Patchouly
Edp Concentration Cologne
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2004 Year 2018
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Amber & Patchouli Cologne bottle Amber & Patchouli

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Patchouly
Divisive yet adored, this is the Mother of all Patchoulis - a beast mode performer that's unapologetically bold. It demands attention, with some finding it a revelation and others, a challenge. Definitely not quiet luxury.
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Our Verdict - Amber & Patchouli
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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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 1% 1%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 0% 0%
Sweet 23% 15%
Warm 23% 23%
Woody 38% 49%
Earthy 43% 44%
Animalic 7% 4%
Fresh 0% 0%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Patchouly EdP
Amber & Patchouli Cologne

Notes

Shared Notes
Patchouli 36% vs 29%
Amber 25% vs 23%
Only in Amber & Patchouli
Guaiac Wood 47%

Accords

Patchouly Amber & Patchouli
100%
Woody
100%
98%
Amber
65%
95%
Patchouli
68%
85%
Warm Spicy
49%
69%
Balsamic
56%
Earthy
45%
52%
Smoky
51%
Powdery
Woody shared
100%
100%
Amber shared
98%
65%
Patchouli shared
95%
68%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
49%
69%
Earthy shared
56%
45%
52%
51%

Performance

Patchouly Amber & Patchouli
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Patchouly

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This perfume is a monster in longevity and sillage, making it too overwhelming for polite office wear. Its rich, dark, and sensual character, combined with its opulent performance, makes it perfect for dates and evening formal events, though perhaps a bit much for everyday casual wear.

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.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
92%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
87%
Accord
87%
Key Similarities

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

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Patchouly
Amber & Patchouli
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