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Vert des Bois Eau de Parfum bottle Vert des Bois EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2016 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
Patchouli Eau de Parfum bottle Patchouli EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Vert des Bois EDP
Vert des Bois is a divisive beast: some hail it as a unique masterpiece, an ethereal green dream; others find it a challenging, even medicinal, misstep. It's an acquired taste, but for those who get it, it's a bold confidence booster.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Patchouli EDP
A patchouli for the modern minimalist, this one is clean, transparent, and quietly confident. It's universally loved by those who appreciate a refined take on a classic. No earthiness, just pure chic.
Favourite

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Vert des Bois EDP
Patchouli EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Patchouli 50% vs 43%
Only in Vert des Bois
Tonka Bean 50%
Only in Patchouli
Amber 29% Cedar 27%

Accords

Vert des Bois Patchouli
100%
Woody
100%
45%
Aromatic
80%
52%
Patchouli
75%
Green
69%
Amber
68%
Powdery
62%
55%
Balsamic
58%
Earthy
57%
44%
Anis
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
45%
80%
Patchouli shared
52%
75%
69%
68%
62%
Balsamic shared
55%
58%
57%
44%

Performance

Vert des Bois Patchouli
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Vert des Bois

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its strong opening and significant projection, Vert des Bois is probably a bit much for the office. It's excellent for dates or evening casual wear, as its unique character sparks conversation. While some find it suitable for formal settings, its quirky nature might not suit every occasion, and it's definitely not for sport.

Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Winter

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, woody-aromatic profile and transparent nature make it highly suitable for the office and casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. While elegant, it's perhaps too subtle for a grand formal event and definitely not for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, balsamic, patchouli

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Vert des Bois EDP
Patchouli EDP
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