Patchouly
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Patchouli Nobile
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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive yet adored, this is the Mother of all Patchoulis - a beast mode performer that's unapologetically bold. It demands attention, with some finding it a revelation and others, a challenge. Definitely not quiet luxury.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 8% |
| Floral | 1% | 6% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 3% |
| Sweet | 23% | 16% |
| Warm | 23% | 25% |
| Woody | 38% | 28% |
| Earthy | 43% | 27% |
| Animalic | 7% | 4% |
| Fresh | 0% | 8% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This perfume is a monster in longevity and sillage, making it too overwhelming for polite office wear. Its rich, dark, and sensual character, combined with its opulent performance, makes it perfect for dates and evening formal events, though perhaps a bit much for everyday casual wear.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Amber, Incense notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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