Patchouli 24 Eau de Parfum vs Flame of Gold Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 24 EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | 2015 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Flame of Gold EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
Prepare yourself for a divisive olfactive journey. This ain't your grandma's patchouli; it's a bold, unapologetic smoke bomb that some will adore, others will find utterly repugnant. If you want BBQ on your skin, you've found its spiritual home.
This is a seriously opulent wear that oozes luxury and gets noticed. Some find it a mindblowing masterpiece, while others are left cold by its strong leather and cedar. Definitely not a safe blind buy, and be warned - apparent reformulations have caused a stir among fans.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With beast-mode projection and longevity, this is far too intense for the office. Its unique, smoky-leather profile makes it a standout for colder weather casual outings or intimate dates, though it might be too much for formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its 'monster sillage' and long-lasting nature, Flame of Gold is too intense for office wear, though it would shine on a date or at a formal event. Its rich, enveloping accords are more suited for cooler weather and dressier occasions than casual or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean leather, woody, amber
Adds amber and cedar, drops birch and styrax
Where to buy
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