Écrin de Fumée
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bois d'Ascese
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a rum-soaked, chocolate-dusted humidor in a bottle. A divisive concoction that some hail as a masterpiece of boozy, smoky cacao, others find too challenging or just plain old-fashioned. Definitely not for the faint of heart or those seeking a sweet, simple gourmand.
Bois d'Ascese is a divisive beast: you'll either adore its realistic, deep smoky embrace, or you'll recoil at what some call a 'barbecue' or 'cathedral' scent. It's a powerful statement for those who dare, but certainly not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 2% |
| Sweet | 32% | 25% |
| Warm | 29% | 39% |
| Woody | 15% | 21% |
| Earthy | 32% | 25% |
| Animalic | 1% | 8% |
| Fresh | 0% | 1% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its rich, boozy, and smoky character makes it entirely unsuitable for office or sport. However, its dark and mysterious allure shines on dates and formal evenings, especially in cooler weather, though some report disappointing longevity and projection for a scent of this profile.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With its strong, realistic smoke and incense accords, Bois d'Ascese is far too intense and evocative for most office environments. It excels in colder weather for date nights or elegant formal events, but its unique character means it's best reserved for situations where you want to make a singular, memorable impression.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Smoky, Tobacco accords and Tobacco notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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