Incident Diplomatique
woody up front, then earthy, settling into patchouli.
About
Incident Diplomatique by Jovoy Paris is a Woody Spicy fragrance for women and men. Incident Diplomatique was launched in 2017. Top note is Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Haitian Vetiver, Java vetiver oil and Nutmeg; base notes are Patchouli and Sandalwood. "We brush by it, we risk it, without ever…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Jovoy Paris picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Incident Diplomatique smell like?
woody up front, then earthy, settling into patchouli. Dominant accords: woody, earthy, patchouli.
What notes are in Incident Diplomatique?
Top: Mandarin Orange. Heart: Haitian Vetiver, Java vetiver oil, Nutmeg. Base: Patchouli, Sandalwood.
How long does Incident Diplomatique last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Incident Diplomatique loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Incident Diplomatique best for?
Fall is the top pick (36%). Winter is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Incident Diplomatique?
Day wear leads at 51%. Night is a secondary pick at 49%.
Is Incident Diplomatique for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 54% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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