Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum vs Zurich Eau de Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Incident Diplomatique EDP

This is a serious, sophisticated vetiver and patchouli bomb for grown-ups. It's divisive, with some hailing it a masterpiece for its unique blend of dirty earthiness and fresh spice, while others find it too challenging or simply 'chocolatey vetiver'. Definitely not a safe blind buy.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Zurich EDP

A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Hermes Terre d'Hermes (2006) - orange, pepper and vetiver translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.

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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Incident Diplomatique EDP

Zurich EDP

Notes

Top Notes

Mandarin 100%

Only in Incident Diplomatique

Mandarin 100%

Only in Zurich

Orange 55% Grapefruit 45%

Only in Incident Diplomatique

Vetiver 57% Nutmeg 43%

Only in Zurich

Pepper 44% Flint 31% Geranium 26%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 63% vs 17%

Only in Incident Diplomatique

Sandalwood 36%

Only in Zurich

Vetiver 35% Cedar 25% Benzoin 22%

Accords

Incident Diplomatique Zurich

100%

Woody

85%

45%

Citrus

80%

71%

Earthy

65%

58%

Fresh Spicy

70%

69%

Patchouli

61%

Aromatic

55%

Vetiver

60%

56%

Warm Spicy

45%

Balsamic

Woody shared

100%

85%

Citrus shared

45%

80%

Earthy shared

71%

65%

Fresh Spicy shared

58%

70%

Patchouli

69%

Aromatic shared

61%

55%

Vetiver

60%

Warm Spicy

56%

Balsamic

45%

Performance

Incident Diplomatique Zurich

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Intimate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Incident Diplomatique

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its formal leaning accords and the 'boss scent' comments from reviewers make it suitable for formal occasions and dates. While some wear it to the office, its distinct, mature character makes it less ideal for casual or sporty settings where a lighter touch is often preferred.

Zurich