Borneo 1834
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Fève Gourmande
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a bold, uncompromising patchouli, dark chocolate bomb that isn't for the faint of heart. Seriously polarizing, it's either an addictive, earthy masterpiece or a chaotic mess of medicinal spice and dirt. Sample first, definitely.
Guerlain's Fève Gourmande is a divisive beast. For some, it's a sublime, boozy chocolate masterpiece - Christmas in a bottle. For others, it's a short-lived, dusty Tootsie Roll or even medicinal cherry syrup. Sample it before you drop serious cash.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 10% | 10% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 14% | 7% |
| Sweet | 25% | 27% |
| Warm | 24% | 28% |
| Woody | 13% | 8% |
| Earthy | 31% | 29% |
| Animalic | 4% | 0% |
| Fresh | 6% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong opening, rich notes, and often noted significant longevity and sillage, it's a bit much for the office. However, its sophisticated and mysterious character makes it excellent for dates or formal evening events. For casual wear, it might be suitable on colder days or for specific moods.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This gourmand is quite rich and luxurious, making it fantastic for dates and formal occasions where its seductive warmth can shine. Its moderate sillage and longevity mean it's not overpowering, but perhaps too indulgent for a typical office environment where something fresher might be preferred.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Cacao, Woody accords and Patchouli, Cacao Pod notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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