Patchouly Eau de Parfum vs Smoke of the Soul Eau de Parfum

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Patchouly Eau de Parfum bottle Patchouly EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2004 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Smoke of the Soul Eau de Parfum bottle Smoke of the Soul EDP

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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 - Smoke of the Soul EDP
An enigmatic blend of smoke and resins, Smoke of the Soul is perfect for those who enjoy complex and mysterious fragrances.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Patchouly EDP
Smoke of the Soul EDP

Notes

Only in Smoke of the Soul
Frankincense 100%
Only in Patchouly
Incense 100%
Only in Smoke of the Soul
Smoke 39% Myrrh 39% Clove 22%
Shared Notes
Amber 33% vs 22%
Sandalwood 33% vs 27%
Only in Patchouly
Patchouli 33%
Only in Smoke of the Soul
Labdanum 27% Cedar 23%

Accords

Patchouly Smoke of the Soul
100%
Woody
60%
98%
Amber
95%
Patchouli
52%
Smoky
90%
85%
Warm Spicy
70%
Resinous
80%
69%
Balsamic
50%
56%
Earthy
51%
Powdery
Woody shared
100%
60%
98%
95%
Smoky shared
52%
90%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
70%
80%
Balsamic shared
69%
50%
56%
51%

Performance

Patchouly Smoke of the Soul
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
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.

Smoke of the Soul

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The smoky and resinous facets make this fragrance best suited for the cooler temperatures of fall, while the spicy and woody notes also work well in spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

With its moderate projection and balanced intensity, Smoke of the Soul is ideal for evening dates and formal events but less suitable for the office or sports.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, warm spicy, balsamic

Key Differences

Adds cedar and clove, drops incense and patchouli

Where to buy

Patchouly EDP
Smoke of the Soul EDP
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