Costume National Scents 2021 EDP

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Secret Woods

by Julien Rasquinet

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Costume National Scents Secret Woods is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Julien Rasquinet. Secret Woods opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Nutmeg, Saffron, and Styrax, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Costume National Scents's Secret Woods carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive beast. Many reckon it's a greener, more wearable take on Amouage Interlude, while others find its strong leather and smoky notes overwhelming and not quite the 'secret woods' promised. Definitely test before you commit.
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Secret Woods 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
Moderate
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 Formal

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it unsuitable for office settings. However, its dark, sophisticated profile is perfect for evening dates and formal events, though less so for casual daytime wear given its intensity.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a brisk, almost tart freshness from juniper and grapefruit, quickly giving way to a dense, dark heart of leathery saffron and warm nutmeg. The drydown settles into a deeply woody, earthy base of vetiver, sandalwood, and patchouli, with a persistent smokiness that some find intriguing and others, well, a bit too much. It's a journey from a damp coniferous forest to a worn leather armchair by a smouldering campfire.

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