Bois 1920 2013 EDP

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Oro 1920

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Bois 1920 Oro 1920 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. Oro 1920 opens with Ginger, Incense, Raspberry, and Canadian Fir Balsam, settles into a heart of Guaiac Wood, Rose, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Leather, Vanilla, Tobacco, and Beeswax. Bois 1920's Oro 1920 carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a seriously suave leather scent, drawing frequent comparisons to Tom Ford's Tuscan Leather but often praised for being smoother, more complex, and less abrasive. If you like your leathers rich and refined, this one's a winner.
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  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
  • Warm
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Oro 1920 Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Raspberry33%
Ginger23%
Canadian Fir Balsam22%
Incense21%
Heartas listed
Guaiac Wood40%
Iris30%
Rose30%
Baseas listed
Leather29%
Tobacco23%
Vanilla19%
Beeswax15%
Benzoin14%

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While quite strong, its nuanced and smooth character makes it adaptable, scoring well for dates and formal events where leaving a memorable impression is key. Some users find it office-safe due to its refined projection, but it's perhaps a bit too bold for everyday casual wear or sports.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Bois 1920's Oro opens with a surprising bright burst of raspberry and spicy ginger, quickly giving way to a prominent, refined leather heart. Undertones of smoky tobacco, warm vanilla, and a hint of waxy beeswax add depth and a smooth, almost balsamic sweetness. Fir resin and guaiac wood provide an earthy, woody structure, whilst iris and rose soften the edges with a subtle, powdery floral touch throughout its intriguing development.

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