Monsieur
Frederic MalleEau de Parfum2015
Side by side
Monsieur vs. Patchouli Absolu
Is Monsieur better than Patchouli Absolu?
Patchouli Absolu wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Mood overlap
PatchouliMuskAmber
woodyamberpatchouliwarm spicybalsamicearthy
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Monsieur and Patchouli Absolu?
| Monsieur | Patchouli Absolu | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2015 | 2014 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Patrice Revillard | Richard Herpin |
| Best season | Winter | Winter |
Scent DNA
How do Monsieur and Patchouli Absolu smell?
Monsieur
Woody
Amber
Patchouli
Warm Spicy
Balsamic
Smoky
Rum
Earthy
Patchouli Absolu
Woody
Patchouli
Earthy
Warm Spicy
Leather
Fresh Spicy
Mossy
Amber
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Monsieur and Patchouli Absolu share?
Top
RumTangerine
MossBay LeafRosemary
Heart
PatchouliIncenseCedarCedarwoodAmber
PatchouliCypriol Oil or NagarmothaCashmere WoodGuaiac WoodViolet Wood
Base
MuskVanillaSuedeLabdanum
AmberLeatherMuskTonka Bean
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Monsieur or Patchouli Absolu?
| Monsieur | Patchouli Absolu | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 10+ hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Monsieur and Patchouli Absolu?
Monsieur gives you rum warmth worn into fabric and leather, with tangerine brightening just enough that it never gets heavy. The drydown brings suede and vanilla close to the skin.Monsieur
Patchouli Absolu delivers exactly what the name promises: patchouli that dominates without apology, surrounded by woody warmth and a clean, aromatic opening that keeps things interesting.Patchouli Absolu
The hunt
Where to buy Monsieur and Patchouli Absolu
| Monsieur | Patchouli Absolu | |
|---|---|---|
| 3.4 oz | $394.77ecosmetics | — |
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