Ispahan Eau de Parfum bottle Ispahan
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1977 Year 2021
££ Price Tier £
Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum bottle Vanilla Bourbon

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Our Verdict - Ispahan Eau de Parfum
A divisive yet treasured classic, Ispahan evokes a bold, mysterious allure. Many find it "sexy" and "sensual", though some deem it too heavy or "old" for modern tastes. If you seek a statement scent, this enchanting oriental is worth seeking out.
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Our Verdict - Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
This one's a divisive cheapie, giving some big-time boozy vanilla and others a spicy, smoky mess. Prepare for an intriguing ride on different skin chemistries. When it works, it's an absolute steal; when it doesn't, well, you've been warned.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16% 12%
Floral 25% 28%
Fruity 10% 6%
Green 4% 5%
Sweet 28% 27%
Warm 16% 24%
Woody 7% 10%
Earthy 5% 6%
Animalic 5% 4%
Fresh 15% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ispahan EdP
Vanilla Bourbon EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 28% vs 43%
Only in Ispahan Eau de Parfum
Mandarin 26% Aldehydes 23% Fruity 23%
Only in Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Pepper 57%

Accords

Ispahan Eau de Parfum Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
85%
Vanilla
100%
89%
Amber
63%
83%
Fresh Spicy
58%
77%
Sweet
48%
64%
Powdery
74%
66%
Floral
45%
64%
Warm Spicy
52%
52%
Woody
58%
50%
Citrus
Balsamic
46%
Vanilla shared
85%
100%
Amber shared
89%
63%
Fresh Spicy shared
83%
58%
Sweet shared
77%
48%
Powdery shared
64%
74%
Floral shared
66%
45%
Warm Spicy shared
64%
52%
Woody shared
52%
58%
50%
46%

Performance

Ispahan Eau de Parfum Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Ispahan Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Ispahan's strong, oriental character with prominent spice and amber notes makes it unsuitable for professional office settings or casual wear. Its richness and depth are best reserved for formal events or intimate date nights, where its sensuality can truly shine.

Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent projection and boozy, warm accords make it less suitable for professional settings, leaning into a more intimate, casual, or evening vibe. Performance is strong for the price, fitting well for events where it can make a statement without overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
86%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Vanilla, Powdery, Amber accords and Sandalwood, Amber notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ispahan Eau de Parfum
Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
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