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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Patchouli Sauvage
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued gem is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but fans rave about its unique blend of citrus and warm woods. Expect a truly opulent men's scent that sadly, you'll have to hunt down.
This isn't your grandad's dusty patchouli. Patchouli Sauvage manages to be both refined and quietly commanding, a woody-amber ode to elegance. It's a classy scent that proves patchouli can be perfectly polite, but make no mistake, it still projects with serious staying power.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 21% | 28% |
| Floral | 10% | 3% |
| Fruity | 1% | 10% |
| Green | 2% | 4% |
| Sweet | 17% | 17% |
| Warm | 8% | 9% |
| Woody | 35% | 25% |
| Earthy | 18% | 22% |
| Animalic | 2% | 3% |
| Fresh | 19% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its noted longevity and strong sillage, along with its rich, warm accords, make it more suited for evenings and special occasions. The blend of citrus and woody notes also lends itself well to casual wear, although it might be a bit much for a formal office setting.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its significant projection and longevity mean this isn't for a claustrophobic office, though careful application for cooler weather could work. The elegant woody-amber profile and polite patchouli make it ideal for formal events and sophisticated dates; it's a bit too refined for active casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Citrus, Amber accords and Amber, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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