Nordic Cedar Eau de Parfum bottle Nordic Cedar
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2016 Year 2026
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Patchouli d’Atlas Eau de Parfum bottle Patchouli d’Atlas

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Nordic Cedar
This one's a divisive Nordic enigma. Some find it a smooth, subtle cedar and cardamom delight, while others are baffled by its 'clean and sterile' nature, likening it to wet wipes or furniture polish. Definitely test before you commit.
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Our Verdict - Patchouli d’Atlas
Don't let the name fool you. Patchouli d'Atlas plays a clever trick, delivering a modern woody-amber experience with just a whisper of the patchouli you might expect. It's chic, refined, and a prime example of Ormonde Jayne's understated luxury.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 6%
Floral 2% 3%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 2% 1%
Sweet 15% 15%
Warm 27% 25%
Woody 35% 28%
Earthy 21% 14%
Animalic 16% 21%
Fresh 11% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Nordic Cedar EdP
Patchouli d’Atlas EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cedar 27% vs 24%
Amber 13% vs 18%

Accords

Nordic Cedar Patchouli d’Atlas
100%
Woody
100%
58%
Musky
96%
87%
Warm Spicy
76%
57%
Powdery
77%
Amber
61%
58%
Aromatic
52%
Patchouli
47%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Musky shared
58%
96%
Warm Spicy shared
87%
76%
Powdery shared
57%
77%
61%
58%
Patchouli shared
52%
47%

Performance

Nordic Cedar Patchouli d’Atlas
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Nordic Cedar

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its soft projection and clean, subtle character make it versatile for casual and office wear, though some find it too subdued for formal events. The woody-spicy profile isn't typically suited for sports.

Patchouli d’Atlas

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its refined, clean, and moderate sillage makes it excellent for office and formal wear without being intrusive. The modern woody-amber profile lends itself well to date nights and more sophisticated casual outings, but it's too polished for sportswear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
89%
Accord
87%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Musky, Powdery accords and Patchouli, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Nordic Cedar
Patchouli d’Atlas
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