Luci ed Ombre Eau de Parfum vs Patchouli Nobile Eau de Parfum

Luci ed Ombre

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2013	Year	2009
££	Price Tier	££

Patchouli Nobile

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Luci ed Ombre

This one's a proper divisive scent; you'll either get an elegant interplay of light and dark, or a mouldy attic with a hint of Gorgonzola. The prominent tuberose and incense prove a love-it-or-hate-it combo, rarely settling for indifference.

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Our Verdict - Patchouli Nobile

Patchouli Nobile is a love-it-or-hate-it patchouli powerhouse. Fans laud its sophisticated, earthy warmth, while detractors find it too old-fashioned or just plain funky. It's a proper statement scent for those who dare to dabble in the darker side of woody-amber fragrances.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	3%	8%
Floral	14%	6%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	2%	3%
Sweet	11%	16%
Warm	29%	25%
Woody	22%	28%
Earthy	29%	27%
Animalic	7%	4%
Fresh	6%	8%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Patchouli Nobile EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Incense 100%

Shared Notes

Incense 100% vs 37%

Only in Patchouli Nobile

Pepper 33% Lemon 29%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 19% vs 19%

Only in Luci ed Ombre

Tuberose 31% Ginger 28% Oakmoss 22%

Only in Patchouli Nobile

Patchouli 32% Labdanum 26% Guaiac Wood 22%

Shared Notes

Cedar 33% vs 21%

Only in Luci ed Ombre

Frankincense 40% Patchouli 26%

Only in Patchouli Nobile

Sandalwood 22% Tonka Bean 21% Oakmoss 21% Amber 15%

Accords

Luci ed Ombre Patchouli Nobile

100%

Amber

71%

81%

Woody

100%

92%

White Floral

81%

Tuberose

80%

Fresh Spicy

66%

Smoky

45%

63%

Warm Spicy

64%

Patchouli

61%

60%

Balsamic

55%

57%

Mossy

54%

Earthy

51%

Amber shared

100%

71%

Woody shared

81%

100%

White Floral

92%

Tuberose

81%

Fresh Spicy

80%

Smoky shared

66%

45%

Warm Spicy shared

63%

64%

Patchouli

61%

Balsamic shared

60%

55%

Mossy

57%

Earthy shared

54%

51%

Performance

Luci ed Ombre Patchouli Nobile

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Luci ed Ombre

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and good longevity make it suitable for a date or a formal event, where it can be appreciated up close without being overwhelming. The nuanced balance of florals and woods also works for a sophisticated office environment, though its unique character might be too much for some casual settings.

Patchouli Nobile

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its dominant woody-amber accords, make it too commanding for everyday office wear. However, these same characteristics, especially its rich and sensual profile, lend themselves perfectly to date nights and formal events, though it's also robust enough for cooler-weather casual excursions.