Woody fragrances: woody elegance in French style
Boisé fragrances (from the French "boisé" = woody) are a variation of the woody family that favors rich, creamy, refined woods: sandalwood, cedar, guaiac, rosewood, agarwood (oud), bois de rose. Boisé is woody elegance in its most sophisticated expression.
Boisé notes
Mysore and New Caledonian sandalwood (creamy, milky), Atlantic cedar (dry, elegant), guaiac wood (woody-balsamic), rosewood (rare, warm), oud (animalic, precious), gaiacum. Often combined with iris, rose, amber.
When to wear a boisé fragrance
The boisé family is versatile all year round: fresh boisé fragrances work in spring-summer, amber boisé fragrances in autumn-winter. These perfumes are highly appreciated for their ability to adapt to almost any context, from daily professional life to evening events.
Iconic boisé fragrances
Chanel Bois des Iles, Serge Lutens Santal Majuscule, Diptyque Tam Dao, Byredo Super Cedar, Le Labo Santal 33, Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood, Tom Ford Oud Wood.
Frequently asked questions about boisé fragrances
Are boisé and woody the same thing?
Yes, essentially. "Boisé" is the French term, often used to indicate more refined and creamy variations of the woody family.
Are they masculine perfumes?
Not necessarily. Bois des Iles (Chanel) is historically feminine. Many contemporary boisé fragrances are unisex.
How does pure sandalwood smell?
Creamy, milky, slightly warm and smoky, with an almost animalic softness. Mysore sandalwood is considered the most prized quality.
