Un Bois Sepia
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1994 | Year | 2008 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
A 1994 Sheldrake cypress-vetiver composition that reads as Lutens' take on the early-90s masculine barbershop register - cool woody-aromatic on top, with opoponax and patchouli adding a quieter resinous depth underneath. Niche-priced but conventional in character.
A divisive scent for the true lovers of the outdoors, this woody-aromatic gem captures the essence of a serene forest walk, and for some, an unpleasant hamster cage.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 1% |
| Floral | 5% | 0% |
| Fruity | 5% | 0% |
| Green | 65% | 24% |
| Sweet | 15% | 1% |
| Warm | 40% | 12% |
| Woody | 95% | 44% |
| Earthy | 55% | 17% |
| Animalic | 10% | 0% |
| Fresh | 55% | 25% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Cypress and vetiver open cool and aromatic, fitting spring and autumn naturally; the resinous warmth of opoponax-patchouli keeps it wearable in winter but never feels heavy in summer.
Occasions
An aromatic woody composition in the barbershop register - well suited to office, casual daytime, and formal daytime wear. Date wear is viable but the conventional masculine character reads safe rather than statement.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and clean, natural aroma make it suitable for casual wear or the office. However, its poor longevity and non-traditional scent profile make it less ideal for formal events or a lasting impression on a date.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Amber accords and Cypress, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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