Anfar London 2023 Extrait

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Smoky Wood

by Ahmedullah Anfar

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Anfar London Smoky Wood is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Ahmedullah Anfar. Smoky Wood opens with Herbal and Caramel, settles into a heart of Floral Notes and Oud, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Amber, and Oakmoss. Anfar London's Smoky Wood carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Anfar London's Smoky Wood is a surprisingly sophisticated take on the Sauvage Elixir DNA, offering a more wearable and fresher interpretation. It's a crowd-pleaser for those seeking a less intense, caramel-infused woody fragrance.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Confident
  • Elegant
$29.95 at FragranceShop.com 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) · plus sales tax Check price on → Check prices ↓
Smoky Wood Extrait bottle
Inspired by
Sauvage Elixir by Dior
15%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Caramel50%
Herbal50%
Heartas listed
Floral Notes52%
Oud48%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes31%
Amber28%
Musk22%
Oakmoss18%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

With strong projection and decent longevity, this scent leans more towards evening and social events, though its enhanced wearability means it can work in a professional setting with lighter application. The woody-amber character and sweetness make it suitable for dates and formal occasions.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., AQUA, PARFUM, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYL METHANE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, AMYL CINNAMAL BENZYL SALICYLATE, ANISYL ALCOHOL, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, HEXYL CINNAMATE.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Smoky Wood opens with an intriguing blend of herbal facets smoothed by a touch of sweet caramel, creating a unique gourmand twist. The heart introduces the deep, resinous character of oud alongside a subtle floral lift before settling into a robust, grounding base of rich woods, earthy oakmoss, and warm amber, all rounded out by a clean musk.

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