Hwyl
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
L'Eau de Paille
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A serene forest walk captured in a bottle, Hwyl is meditative, smoky, and green - for those who crave contemplative, quietly powerful woods with a unique, mossy incense signature.
This one's a bit of a curveball from Serge Lutens. Some reckon it's a classy, unique take on fresh hay and vetiver, perfect for summer. Others are left scratching their heads, finding it too generic or just not what they expected from the house. Definitely a try-before-you-buy job.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 22% | 23% |
| Sweet | 2% | 11% |
| Warm | 23% | 18% |
| Woody | 39% | 36% |
| Earthy | 24% | 31% |
| Animalic | 0% | 2% |
| Fresh | 12% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The rich, smoky woods and mossy-resinous base suit cool, damp spring and the earthy chill of fall, while the incense and dryness also work well in winter. It can feel heavy in high summer heat.
Occasions
The subtle sillage and introspective woods make it suitable for formal or quiet creative spaces, but the complexity and smokiness are less fitting for sporty or very casual, high-activity settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, green, and airy character makes it brilliant for casual wear and shines in the office without being overpowering. While some find it too masculine for formal settings, its understated elegance can work for a relaxed weekend or daytime date.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Smoky accords and Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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