Affinessence 2015 EDP

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Patchouli Oud

by Nicolas Bonneville

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Affinessence Patchouli Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Nicolas Bonneville. Patchouli Oud settles into a heart of Vetiver, Oud, Patchouli, and Guaiac Wood. Affinessence's Patchouli Oud carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one is a real love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect potent, earthy patchouli and oud, but be warned, some find it scratchy and synthetic, whilst others adore its deep, natural quality. Price is a sticking point for many.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Woody
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Patchouli Oud Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent nature and strong sillage, especially in the opening, make it less suitable for office wear. However, its sophisticated and rich character, often described as 'intimate' after the initial blast, makes it excellent for date nights and formal occasions. The woody, earthy profile lends itself to cooler weather and can be worn casually, though it's definitely not for sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Prepare for a bold opening of earthy patchouli and a dark, smoky oud, intertwined with the intense green of vetiver. As it settles, a resinous warmth emerges from guaiac wood, labdanum, and elemi, creating a complex, balsamic core. A whisper of incense adds a contemplative smokiness, all underpinned by a mossy, woody base that maintains its depth and gravitas.

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