Stash SJP Eau de Parfum vs Sous Bois Eau de Parfum

Stash SJP

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2016	Year	2019
£	Price Tier	££

Sous Bois

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Stash SJP is a divisive, bold, and surprisingly niche-quality celebrity scent that captures an 'alternative' woody magic. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, often described as 'sex in a pine forest' or 'hamster cage' - no middle ground here.

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Our Verdict - Sous Bois Eau de Parfum

Sous Bois is a triumph for pine lovers, capturing a rainy forest with breathtaking authenticity. It's universally hailed as a unique, high-quality contender for the best evergreen scent out there.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	0%
Floral	5%	10%
Fruity	3%	0%
Green	13%	15%
Sweet	12%	11%
Warm	16%	17%
Woody	27%	26%
Earthy	18%	19%
Animalic	4%	4%
Fresh	14%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Pepper 38% vs 13%

Only in Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Sage 36% Grapefruit 26%

Only in Sous Bois Eau de Parfum

Pine 26% Myrtle 22% Cypress 13% Papyrus 13% Rain 13%

Only in Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Cedar 36% Patchouli 23% Pistachio 22% Floral 19%

Only in Sous Bois Eau de Parfum

Bellflower 19% Iris 15% Oakmoss 15% Clove 15% Fir Resin 12% Yellow Primrose 12% Canadian Hemlock 12%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 22% vs 16%

Only in Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Massoia 33% Frankincense 27% Musk 18%

Only in Sous Bois Eau de Parfum

Labdanum 22% Tonka Bean 22% Myrrh 22% Birch Tar 17%

Accords

Stash SJP Eau de Parfum Sous Bois Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

63%

Aromatic

78%

51%

Amber

74%

62%

Fresh Spicy

48%

Floral

61%

49%

Warm Spicy

58%

Conifer

58%

Balsamic

52%

44%

Earthy

50%

Sweet

50%

Woody shared

100%

Aromatic shared

63%

78%

Amber shared

51%

74%

Fresh Spicy shared

62%

48%

Floral

61%

Warm Spicy shared

49%

58%

Conifer

58%

Balsamic

52%

Earthy shared

44%

50%

Sweet

50%

Performance

Stash SJP Eau de Parfum Sous Bois Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its bold, long-lasting woody and spicy profile, with strong sillage mentioned by many, is generally too intense for office wear. However, its 'sexy' and 'confident' leanings, along with 'night out' suggestions, make it perfect for dates or cooler-weather casual outings, and it can even elevate a formal event for those wanting something unconventional.

Sous Bois Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its natural, sophisticated woody-aromatic character makes it highly versatile for casual, date, and formal wear. While suitable for office, its strong longevity might make it a bit much for very conservative settings. It's definitely not one for the gym.