Dark Rebel Rider Eau de Parfum vs Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux Eau de Parfum

Dark Rebel Rider

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2016	Year	2019
££	Price Tier	££

Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Dark Rebel Rider Eau de Parfum

This is a seriously dark, smoky leather fragrance - a love-it-or-hate-it scent for the 'bad boy' image, though its dismal performance means it's often a personal pleasure rather than a public statement.

Statement

Our Verdict - Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, polarizing opinions like few others. It's a bold, beast-mode oriental that demands confidence and can either be your signature masterpiece or just a bit too much 'body odour' for some. Definitely needs a test run before committing.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	6%	5%
Floral	14%	12%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	7%	10%
Sweet	18%	8%
Warm	17%	21%
Woody	16%	20%
Earthy	16%	24%
Animalic	9%	16%
Fresh	13%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Dark Rebel Rider EdP

Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux EdP

Notes

Only in Dark Rebel Rider Eau de Parfum

Aldehydes 21% Bitter Orange 21% Marjoram 19% Hyssop 19% Saffron 19%

Only in Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux Eau de Parfum

Bay Leaf 65% Neroli 35%

Only in Dark Rebel Rider Eau de Parfum

Resin 18% Frankincense 17% Orris 14% Tolu Balsam 13% Rose 13% Violet 13% Osmanthus 12%

Only in Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux Eau de Parfum

Cedar 41% Patchouli 35% Jasmine 24%

Shared Notes

Leather 24% vs 49%

Only in Dark Rebel Rider Eau de Parfum

Woody 17% Cacao Pod 16% Cedar 15% Patchouli 14% Vanilla 14%

Only in Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux Eau de Parfum

Myrrh 50%

Accords

Dark Rebel Rider Eau de Parfum Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

99%

Amber

87%

89%

Leather

92%

50%

Fresh Spicy

85%

71%

Warm Spicy

73%

Aromatic

73%

Patchouli

66%

65%

Powdery

58%

Balsamic

63%

58%

Animalic

62%

Camphor

58%

52%

Cacao

50%

Smoky

Woody shared

100%

Amber shared

99%

87%

Leather shared

89%

92%

Fresh Spicy shared

50%

85%

Warm Spicy shared

71%

73%

Aromatic

73%

Patchouli

66%

Powdery

65%

Balsamic shared

58%

63%

Animalic shared

58%

62%

Camphor

58%

Cacao

52%

Smoky

50%

Performance

Dark Rebel Rider Eau de Parfum Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Dark Rebel Rider Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its strong, dark leather and resinous character make it less suitable for office or very formal settings, but perfect for dates and casual evenings out. The frequently cited poor projection and longevity mean it often becomes a skin scent, making it more personal than impactful for public events.

Les Absolus d'Orient Bois Mystérieux Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, coupled with its intense woody, leather, and spicy accords, make it unsuitable for office wear. However, these same characteristics make it a standout for evening events, dates, and formal occasions where making a statement is desired.