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    Ruban d'Orange vs. Bois d'Orange

    Very similar
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    Bois d'Orange wears longer on skin, while Ruban d'Orange projects louder.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Ruban d'Orange vs. Bois d'Orange
    Ruban d'OrangeBois d'Orange
    ConcentrationEau de Toilette
    Launched20062009
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerDominique Ropion
    Best seasonSummerSpring

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Ruban d'Orange

    Citrus
    Aromatic
    Woody
    Fresh
    Fresh Spicy
    Sweet

    Bois d'Orange

    Citrus
    White Floral
    Woody
    Sweet
    Fruity

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    OrangeMandarin OrangeLemon
    Mandarin OrangeLemon VerbenaBasil
    Heart
    Bitter OrangeBalsam Fir
    NeroliOrange Blossom
    Base
    VetiverCedarTonka Bean
    CedarwoodAmberBrazilian Rosewood

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Ruban d'Orange vs. Bois d'Orange
    Ruban d'OrangeBois d'Orange
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity2-4 hours4-6 hours
    Sillagestrongmoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    It's not trying to be anything other than exactly what it is, a citrus that knows when to step back. Some will find it simple. Others will find it the rare daytime scent that doesn't demand attention.Ruban d'Orange
    Bois d'Orange does not try to reinvent anything. It simply delivers clean citrus, a respectful floral heart, and a drydown that actually lasts. Ropion knows how to make a fragrance that smells.Bois d'Orange