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Bois Impérial Extrait bottle Bois Impérial Extrait
Extrait Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2020 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Wood Empire Eau de Parfum bottle Wood Empire EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bois Impérial Extrait
A masterclass in modern woody perfumery - radiant, green, and assertive, yet never cloying. Bois Impérial is a confident, versatile statement for those who crave freshness with real depth and texture.
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Our Verdict - Wood Empire EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Essential Parfums Bois Imperial - a woody fragrance led by Vetiver, Akigalawood, with aromatic depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Bois Impérial Extrait
Wood Empire EDP

Notes

Only in Bois Impérial
Pink Pepper 52% Pepper 48%
Only in Bois Impérial
Rose 100%
Only in Wood Empire
Basil 54% Woody 46%

Accords

Bois Impérial Wood Empire
100%
Woody
90%
70%
Aromatic
78%
35%
Amber
66%
55%
Green
Woody shared
100%
90%
Aromatic shared
70%
78%
Amber shared
35%
66%
55%

Performance

Bois Impérial Wood Empire
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Bois Impérial

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Dominant green, spicy and woody notes shine in spring and fall, while the aromatic freshness keeps it lively for summer evenings. Its moderate warmth and opulence suit milder winter days but may not cut through harsh cold.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Balanced projection and sophisticated woods make it ideal for office, date, and smart-casual settings. Its bold character is versatile but too refined for sport or intense activity.

Wood Empire

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Best in autumn and winter - the woody, aromatic profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Keep it for evening and daily - the woody accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
4%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, amber

Key Differences

Similar character via different notes

Where to buy

Bois Impérial Extrait
Wood Empire EDP
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