Is Perfume Parlour Varnished Resin a dupe of Le Labo Gaiac 10 Tokyo?
Gaiac 10 Tokyo EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2008 | Year | - |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Varnished Resin EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't just a perfume; it's an intimate, woody whisper. Some find it a profoundly comforting musky embrace, while others are baffled by a surprising barbeque note. Love it or hate it, Gaiac 10 is undeniably unique and commands a fierce loyalty (and price tag) from its devotees.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Le Labo - Gaiac 10 Tokyo - a woody fragrance led by Musk, with musky depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and clean, woody-musky profile make it perfect for office, casual, and date settings where subtlety is key. The high price point and low projection mean it's less suited for loud formal events or active sport.
Seasons
Best in autumn and winter - the woody, musky profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for evening and daily - the woody accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 4 notes is in the original, including Musk, Cedar, Guaiac Wood
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
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