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Patchouly Eau de Parfum bottle Patchouly EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
U Gender M
2004 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
Amber & Patchouli Cologne bottle Amber & Patchouli EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Patchouly EDP
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 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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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

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

Notes

Patchouly
Amber & Patchouli

Heart Notes

Heart Notes

Only in Patchouly
Incense 100%
Shared Notes
Amber 33% vs 33%
Patchouli 33% vs 33%
Only in Patchouly
Sandalwood 33%
Only in Amber & Patchouli
Guaiac Wood 33%

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

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, amber, patchouli

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Patchouly EDP
Amber & Patchouli EDC
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