Musk So Poudrée
| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2005 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Miel De Bois
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper debate-starter: largely praised as a soft, enveloping clean scent, it's also dismissed by some as a linear fabric softener or 'old lady' perfume. Expect baby powder with a musky-floral whisper; if that's your jam, you're golden.
Miel de Bois is a truly divisive Serge Lutens creation. For some, it's a rich, natural woody honey masterpiece, a comforting embrace. For others, it veers into 'cat pee' territory, a challenging and even off-putting scent. Test before you invest in this discontinued enigma.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 18% | 14% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 22% | 24% |
| Warm | 9% | 10% |
| Woody | 31% | 37% |
| Earthy | 11% | 16% |
| Animalic | 17% | 14% |
| Fresh | 5% | 2% |
Mood
Notes
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its soft sillage and clean, inoffensive profile make it ideal for casual wear, errands, or the office, but its lack of overt projection might be a downside for a date. The 'clean out of the shower' vibe also lends itself well to post-gym freshness.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong, often intense honey and woody accords, Miel de Bois is too bold for an office setting. Its unique and sensual character makes it ideal for dates and comfortable evening wear, though some might find it suitable for more formal events if applied sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Musky, Floral accords and Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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