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Notes
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Accords
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Perfumer
Borneo 1834
feminine
Created by Christopher Sheldrake
Borneo 1834 by Serge Lutens is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Borneo 1834 was launched in 2005. The nose behind this fragrance is Christopher Sheldrake.
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Best Season
90%
Win
24%
Spr
16%
Sum
100%
Fall
Day & Night
67%
Day
84%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
Single layer composition with community-voted intensity.
User Ratings
1,503 votes
4.24
Love it
75150%
Like it
53736%
OK
534%
Dislike
14910%
Hate it
131%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 66 community opinions from Reddit
8.2
/ 10 community score
Borneo 1834 by Serge Lutens is highly regarded within the patchouli-loving community as one of the earthiest and most authentic patchouli fragrances on the market. Multiple users mentioned it as a fragrance they considered for full bottle purchases, praising its natural, grounded character and excellent balance. It stands out particularly for those seeking a serious, no-nonsense patchouli experience rather than a sweetened or trendy interpretation.
Strengths
- One of the earthiest patchouli fragrances available
- Well-balanced and wearable patchouli composition
- Excellent projection and longevity
- Sophisticated and elegant patchouli profile
Weaknesses
- Not suitable for those who dislike heavy patchouli notes
- Can be polarizing due to its earthy/dirty character
- Limited mainstream appeal
Best for
Evening wearAutumn and winter seasonsPatchouli enthusiastsSophisticated casual occasions
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
