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Incident Diplomatique Eau de Parfum bottle Incident Diplomatique EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2017 Year -
££ Price Tier £
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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.
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Our Verdict - Privilege EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Jovoy Paris Incident Diplomatique - a woody fragrance led by Mandarin Orange, with citrus depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than the designer, but the core signature is there.
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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
Privilege EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 100% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 57% vs 46%
Nutmeg 42% vs 53%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 63% vs 46%
Sandalwood 36% vs 53%

Accords

Incident Diplomatique Privilege
100%
Woody
90%
45%
Citrus
78%
71%
Earthy
69%
Patchouli
56%
Warm Spicy
66%
61%
Aromatic
Amber
54%
45%
Balsamic
Woody shared
100%
90%
Citrus shared
45%
78%
71%
69%
Warm Spicy shared
56%
66%
61%
54%
45%

Performance

Incident Diplomatique Privilege
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
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.

Privilege

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, citrus 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
92%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, warm spicy, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Incident Diplomatique EDP
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