Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum bottle Soir d'Orient
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2015 Year 1890
££ Price Tier ££
English Fern Eau de Toilette bottle English Fern

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper grown-up scent, divisive as hell but an absolute masterpiece for those who get it. Prepare for an intense, opulent journey; definitely not a casual spritz.
Acquired
Our Verdict - English Fern Eau de Toilette
This isn't just a perfume, it's a historical artefact. English Fern is a classic fougère that transports you to a Victorian barbershop - whether you want to go there or not. Prepare for a full-on green, soapy, and somewhat medicinal journey, with plenty of divisive takes along the way.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 1%
Floral 17% 16%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 14% 11%
Sweet 11% 12%
Warm 27% 29%
Woody 16% 18%
Earthy 19% 22%
Animalic 5% 0%
Fresh 11% 10%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Soir d'Orient EdP
English Fern EdT

Notes

Only in Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
Saffron 39% Galbanum 37% Lemon 23%
Only in English Fern Eau de Toilette
Lavender 51% Geranium 49%
Only in Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
Rose 35% Pepper 33% Geranium 32%
Only in English Fern Eau de Toilette
Clove 100%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 32% vs 30%
Sandalwood 28% vs 27%
Only in Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
Incense 40%
Only in English Fern Eau de Toilette
Oakmoss 42%

Accords

Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum English Fern Eau de Toilette
100%
Warm Spicy
91%
84%
Fresh Spicy
100%
65%
Aromatic
97%
Lavender
87%
74%
Rose
56%
62%
Woody
72%
Mossy
69%
Earthy
66%
64%
Balsamic
Herbal
63%
62%
Amber
58%
Smoky
52%
Patchouli
51%
51%
Green
Warm Spicy shared
100%
91%
Fresh Spicy shared
84%
100%
Aromatic shared
65%
97%
87%
Rose shared
74%
56%
Woody shared
62%
72%
69%
66%
64%
63%
62%
58%
Patchouli shared
52%
51%
51%

Performance

Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum English Fern Eau de Toilette
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong, long-lasting projection and bold character, Soir d'Orient is best reserved for evening and formal events, or intimate dates. It's far too intense for casual wear or the office, as many reviewers note it's a 'scent bomb' demanding of its wearer.

English Fern Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its sharp, bold opening and often strong performance (for some) make it a bit much for a formal office environment, but the clean and fresh dry-down is perfect for casual wear. It leans more mature and traditional, suiting formal occasions, but its slightly aggressive fougère character might not be universally appreciated on a date.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
81%
Accord
66%
Key Similarities

Both share Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Warm Spicy accords and Geranium, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
English Fern Eau de Toilette
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