Question 1

What's the difference between Empa and Bois d'Argent?

Accepted Answer

Empa is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from PMP Perfumes Mayr Plettenberg (2018) dominated by Woody accords. Bois d'Argent is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (2004) leaning on Amber accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Powdery, Sweet, Balsamic.

Question 2

Which is better, Empa or Bois d'Argent?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Empa scores 4.25/5 vs Bois d'Argent at 4.21/5. Bois d'Argent's standout strength: Unique, classy woody-smoky profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Empa and Bois d'Argent smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Sweet, Balsamic, Aromatic. Bois d'Argent: Bois d'Argent est apprécié pour son caractère boisé-fumé raffiné et unique ainsi que sa tenue décente, mais le consensus communautaire est qu'il manque de projection et de sillage attendus pour son prix.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Empa or Bois d'Argent?

Accepted Answer

Bois d'Argent: Good longevity (lasts 24+ hours on skin) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Empa vs Bois d'Argent?

Accepted Answer

Empa scores highest for spring wear; Bois d'Argent scores highest for fall wear. Empa leans daytime, Bois d'Argent leans daytime.

Empa vs Bois d'Argent

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (3)

Uniques à Empa (13)

Uniques à Bois d'Argent (9)

Accords communs (5)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Bois d'Argent

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Empa	Bois d'Argent
Marque	PMP Perfumes Mayr Plettenberg	Dior
Année	2018	2004
Évaluation	4.25	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	16	12