Patchouly Eau de Parfum bottle Patchouly
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2004 Year 2019
££ Price Tier ££
The Bosphorus Eau de Parfum bottle The Bosphorus

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The Bosphorus
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Patchouly
Divisive yet adored, this is the Mother of all Patchoulis - a beast mode performer that's unapologetically bold. It demands attention, with some finding it a revelation and others, a challenge. Definitely not quiet luxury.
Acquired
Our Verdict - The Bosphorus
A well-balanced, intimate take on the classic oud and rose combo. It's a crowd-pleaser that offers decent value, transporting you to 'another side of the planet' without demanding a huge sillage.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 1% 0%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 0% 0%
Sweet 23% 20%
Warm 23% 17%
Woody 38% 27%
Earthy 43% 55%
Animalic 7% 10%
Fresh 0% 0%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Patchouly EdP
The Bosphorus EdP

Notes

Patchouly
The Bosphorus

Top Notes

Top Notes

Only in The Bosphorus
Labdanum 100%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 36% vs 100%

Accords

Patchouly The Bosphorus
100%
Woody
83%
Oud
100%
Rose
100%
98%
Amber
58%
95%
Patchouli
58%
85%
Warm Spicy
55%
69%
Balsamic
50%
56%
Earthy
52%
Smoky
51%
Powdery
44%
Floral
51%
Woody shared
100%
83%
Oud
100%
100%
Amber shared
98%
58%
Patchouli shared
95%
58%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
55%
Balsamic shared
69%
50%
56%
52%
Powdery shared
51%
44%
51%

Performance

Patchouly The Bosphorus
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Patchouly

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This perfume is a monster in longevity and sillage, making it too overwhelming for polite office wear. Its rich, dark, and sensual character, combined with its opulent performance, makes it perfect for dates and evening formal events, though perhaps a bit much for everyday casual wear.

The Bosphorus

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its 'personal scent' projection, this is ideal for the office or a subtle date night, where it will be appreciated up close without overwhelming. The warm, woody accords also make it suitable for more formal yet intimate settings, though its moderate performance might underwhelm in truly grand affairs. It's too refined for sportswear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
81%
Accord
63%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Amber, Patchouli accords and Patchouli, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Patchouly
The Bosphorus
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