Woody
Woody fragrances are characterized by aromatic or citrus head notes. In the heart you would typically find crisp, dry woody notes and dominant resin or wood are found in the base notes. Wood ingredients add richness, warmth, elegance and a depth to a fragrance and are key in perfume making. Due to their rich and aromatic weight, woody notes are frequently used as base notes in fragrances, providing a lasting and grounding element.
Woody notes in fragrance are a scent family derived from various types of wood, resins, and other natural materials, offering deep, warm, and often earthy aromas. These notes are a popular choice, particularly in colder months, for their ability to create a sense of comfort, warmth, and connection to nature.
Key Characteristics and Examples:
Woody notes often have a warm, rich, and sometimes slightly resinous quality, reminiscent of forests and nature. Within the woody family, there are sub-categories like:
Dry Woods: Like cedarwood and vetiver, known for their dry, sometimes smoky aroma.
Mossy Woods: Including oakmoss and patchouli, which offer a damp, rich, and slightly sweet scent.
Resinous Woods: Such as frankincense and myrrh, providing a balsamic, sweet, and potentially spicy undertone.
Creamy Woods: Sandalwood is a prime example, with its smooth, milky, and sensual scent.
While often associated with colder months, woody notes can be enjoyed year-round, especially when paired with other fragrance notes to create a balanced and versatile scent.
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PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Kilian
Precious honey is balanced with sweet spices and dusky notes for mysterious allure.Heir to a long line of cognac-makers, Kilian Hennessey launched his own namesake fragrance label in 2007 with the ambition of reflecting not only his distinct personality, but...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Kilian
A powerful eau de parfum inspired by the legacies left by pirates. Heir to a long line of cognac-makers, Kilian Hennessey launched his own namesake fragrance label in 2007 with the ambition of reflecting not only his distinct personality, but...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Guerlain
Celebrated since 1828 for its distinctive and unmistakably Parisian fragrances, Guerlain has long been regarded as one of France’s greatest perfume houses. Composed over the course of four years, Nahéma is Jean-Paul Guerlain’s tribute to his favourite scent, rose. Developing...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Toilette
VENDOR: Guerlain
Samsara is a very sensual version of seduction, for a distinguished, radiant and generous woman who has found harmony and balance, which is notably conveyed through the composition’s raw materials. Jasmine and sandalwood are sacred essences, the perfumes of temples...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Guerlain
A modern scent that reflects the intensity of the French fashion house’s passionate spirit.Unique and audacious, Bois Mystérieux has been created by Perfumer Thierry Wasser for the Guerlain Maison. A modern interpretation of the concept of exoticism, it unveils radiance...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Gucci
Inspired by exotic voyages from a time past, Gucci Oud is an opulent scent. Incense, woods and leather are woven around pivotal notes of an Ambery Oud accord and Olibanum oil to create the Intense Oud eau de parfum by...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Dolce & Gabbana
Dolce & Gabbana The One For Men Eau de Parfum is an oriental signature for men offering a deeper fragrance experience for the perfume connoisseur. Masculine and magnetic, this highly intense scent is a statement of charisma and sophistication.Vibrant and...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Bond No 9 New York
Take the northbound A-train in a bottle for Bond No.9's newest, timeliest, most androgynous scent -- to be worn by men and the kind of women who specialize in chic brazenness. Experience the lush, lingering, intoxicating brew of bergamot, cedarwood,...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Penhaligons
Forget fearsome grizzly bears and pay attention to Terrible Teddy, who, according to Penhaligon’s, “loves the thrill of the chase”. Part of the British perfumer’s Portrait Collection, this eau de parfum is anything but soft and cuddly – just look...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Tom Ford
Tom Ford's Grey Vetiver is a fragrance that encapsulates the essence of his menswear philosophy. This masculine fragrance is a masterful new rendition of the cool and intriguing possibilities of vetiver, an ingredient that Ford says has always been a...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Tom Ford
Exotic and thrilling, Tom Ford’s Private Blend Café Rose eau de parfum is the sultry scent that calls to mind romantic evenings in secret escapes. The alluring aroma is formulated with top notes of sweet saffron and may rose that...
PRODUCT TYPE: Eau de Parfum
VENDOR: Tom Ford
Rare. Exotic. Distinctive. A composition of exotic, smoky woods including rare oud, sandalwood, rosewood, Eastern spices, and sensual amber, revealing oud wood's rich and compelling power. Smoky, incense-filled temples and a passion for rare, precious oud wood inspire Tom Ford’s...
