Patchouli
Lorenzo VilloresiEau de Toilette1996
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Patchouli vs. Patchouly
Is Patchouli better than Patchouly?
Patchouly wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
PatchouliSandalwood
woodypatchouliearthywarm spicybalsamic
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 Patchouli and Patchouly?
| Patchouli | Patchouly | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Toilette | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 1996 | 2004 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Lorenzo Villoresi | — |
| Best season | Fall | Winter |
Scent DNA
How do Patchouli and Patchouly smell?
Patchouli
Woody
Patchouli
Earthy
Warm Spicy
Aromatic
Lavender
Balsamic
Mossy
Patchouly
Woody
Patchouli
Amber
Warm Spicy
Balsamic
Earthy
Smoky
Powdery
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Patchouli and Patchouly share?
Base
PatchouliVetiverCedarSandalwoodBenzoinMuskOakmoss
PatchouliSandalwoodAmberIncense
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Woody Notes
CedarSandalwood
Sandalwood
Earthy Notes
Patchouli
Patchouli
Where they fit
When and where do Patchouli and Patchouly work?
Spring
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Patchouli or Patchouly?
| Patchouli | Patchouly | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 10+ hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Patchouli and Patchouly?
Some fragrances hide patchouli. This one puts it center stage, front and center, and dares you to stick around. The 1996 gamble? A full pyramid built on one note. It pays off.Patchouli
Some fragrances announce themselves. This one already knows where it stands, quietly holding ground in warm amber and deep patchouli. Not for those who need to be noticed.Patchouly
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