Patchouli Eau de Parfum bottle Patchouli
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1970 Year 2019
££ Price Tier ££
Nouveau Genre Eau de Parfum bottle Nouveau Genre

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Patchouli Eau de Parfum
This is *the* classic patchouli, a rich, dark, and often chocolatey concoction that's either worshipped or reviled. Expect a powerful, earthy statement, not a quiet whisper.
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Our Verdict - Nouveau Genre Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper dark horse, giving off niche vibes for a fraction of the price. If you’re into sophisticated, earthy patchouli with a rich, dark chocolate twist, you'll absolutely adore it. But be warned, it's not for everyone - some find it a bit too much.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 1% 1%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 1% 0%
Sweet 31% 35%
Warm 12% 6%
Woody 33% 31%
Earthy 26% 60%
Animalic 8% 0%
Fresh 2% 0%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Patchouli EdP
Nouveau Genre EdP

Notes

Accords

Patchouli Eau de Parfum Nouveau Genre Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
72%
77%
Patchouli
100%
81%
Amber
60%
74%
Warm Spicy
77%
61%
Vanilla
72%
66%
Powdery
63%
Balsamic
57%
55%
Earthy
58%
52%
Sweet
54%
48%
Musky
Aromatic
48%
Woody shared
100%
72%
Patchouli shared
77%
100%
Amber shared
81%
60%
Warm Spicy shared
74%
77%
Vanilla shared
61%
72%
66%
Balsamic shared
63%
57%
Earthy shared
55%
58%
Sweet shared
52%
54%
48%
48%

Performance

Patchouli Eau de Parfum Nouveau Genre Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Patchouli Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its dense, long-lasting aroma and significant projection make it too much for a typical office setting. This fragrance truly shines on a date or for cooler weather casual wear, adding an air of intrigue rather than being overtly formal.

Nouveau Genre Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and impressive longevity mean it's best reserved for evenings and cooler weather, making it less suitable for high-sillage situations like the office or active wear. The deeply sensual and sophisticated blend of patchouli and warm spices lends itself well to dates and formal events, though its earthiness can also suit a refined casual setting.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
82%
Olfactory
90%
Notes
83%
Accord
88%
Key Similarities

Both share Patchouli, Warm Spicy, Vanilla accords and Patchouli, Tonka Bean notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Patchouli Eau de Parfum
Nouveau Genre Eau de Parfum
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