Eau de Parfum2024
Patchouli Paris
Delphine JelkThe nose · 99 fragrances · also made L’Homme Idéal Eau de Parfum (2016)Portrait →

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Guerlain  ·  Sold as unisex

Patchouli Paris

The quiet luxury of an evening stroll through Paris, where the crisp air is tinged with the earthy warmth of patchouli and vanilla.

3.88747 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
patchouliwoodyearthyirisvanillaamber
Patchouli ParisPremium · $100–250
54%Similar accords, often for lessTobacco Sublime · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares iris, patchouli and vanilla8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate49% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak5%
Weak6%
Moderate40%
Long lasting38%
Eternal12%
SillageModerate27% say strong or enormous
Intimate15%
Moderate58%
Strong24%
Enormous3%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

When to Wear

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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine14%
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Unisex56%
♀
Feminine30%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2024 by Guerlain and crafted by Delphine Jelk, Patchouli Paris is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance that captures the magnetism of Parisian nights. The composition opens with fresh aldehydes before transitioning into a heart of powdered and woody iris, creating a vibrant contrast that keeps the scent dynamic throughout the day. The base notes of patchouli, vanilla, ambergris, and musks provide a deep, sensual trail that lingers long after it's been applied.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays to pulse points for a lasting effect. The aldehydes in the top notes will fade within an hour, but the base notes of patchouli and ambergris will continue to develop on your skin, creating a warm, lingering trail.

Fig. 01 — Patchouli Paris, Guerlain

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Delphine Jelk portrait
03 · The nose

Delphine Jelk

The alchemist of surprise

Delphine Jelk is a perfumer at Firmenich who has quietly built an impressive portfolio of fragrances for some of the world's most prestigious houses, including Hermès and Guerlain.

99fragrances
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Designer Guerlain

More from the house · founded 1828 · France

Similar accords, often for less

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Patchouli ParisHabit Rouge Légère
Try it layered

With Guerlain Habit Rouge Légère

Adds citrus, leather and white floral; shares patchouli and vanilla.

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.88/ 5 · 747 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 43%, disliked or hated by 17%.

Love43%
Like25%
OK15%
Dislike11%
Hate6%
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