Brecourt 2014 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Poivre Bengale

by Émilie Bouge

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Brecourt Poivre Bengale is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Émilie Bouge. Poivre Bengale opens with Pepper and Ginger, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, Clove, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Leather, and Ambergris. Brecourt's Poivre Bengale carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a grown-up, spicy bomb that commands attention. Expect vintage vibes and huge performance; it's potent, so one spray is your limit unless you want to gas out a room. It's a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent, but those who love it, really love it.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Mysterious
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Poivre Bengale Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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

Its enormous sillage and long-lasting nature make it less suitable for office wear, as it could overwhelm. The sophisticated spicy-woody-leather profile makes it perfect for formal events and evening dates, projecting an air of elegance and intrigue. It's too heavy for casual daytime wear or sport.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil from Clove
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Poivre Bengale opens with a bold, almost aggressive blast of dry pepper and zingy ginger, immediately declaring its presence. As it settles, a rich, woody heart emerges with warm sandalwood, spicy clove, and a touch of nutmeg, creating a dense, aromatic core. The dry-down reveals a sophisticated leather intertwined with the creamy softness of cashmere wood and a subtle, salty hint of ambergris, leaving a long-lasting, smooth, and slightly smoky trail.

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