Bois de Oud Rose by Arno Sorel bottle
Arno Sorel

Bois de Oud Rose

3.9/5 · 34 votes Unisex 2017
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.2/5
Sillage3.3/5
Day71
Night35
Fall100
Winter53
Spring47
Summer18
Our take

The saffron in Bois de Oud Rose feels bright against the opening rose, giving the petals a dry edge instead of a sweet one. Bergamot adds a quick flash of citrus that keeps the entrance from feeling too heavy. Geranium in the heart pulls the floral side toward something green and slightly crisp.

Guaiac wood brings a resinous weight that grounds the flowers without turning dark. Patchouli here stays clean, more earth than dirt, and it lets the sandalwood speak clearly in the base. Amber wraps the woods in a soft glow that feels steady on a cool morning walk.

Musk smooths the edges so the transition from spice to wood feels natural on the skin. The powdery accord sits lightly, never overwhelming the fresh spicy threads that run through the composition. A good fit for someone standing on a sunny porch while the air still carries a chill, coat zipped against the breeze, watching the light shift across the yard

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