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Woody Sage

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Dossier Woody Sage is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Woody Sage opens with Grapefruit and Fig, settles into a heart of Ambrette, and dries down to a base of Sage and Amberwood. Dossier's Woody Sage carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive dupe that aims for seaside serenity but often lands closer to cleaning product; some find it a fresh, long-lasting alternative to its inspiration, others get bathroom spray. Proceed with caution and certainly don't blind buy.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Cozy
  • Subtle
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Woody Sage Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Wood Sage & Sea Salt by Jo Malone London
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fig50%
Grapefruit50%
Heartas listed
Ambrette100%
Baseas listed
Amberwood50%
Sage50%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean profile makes it suitable for office wear and casual outings, where its moderate projection won't offend. However, the 'cleaning product' comparisons make it less ideal for formal or date settings, where sophistication is key. It's a good choice for sport due to its freshening quality.

Ethics and formulation

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About

Woody Sage opens with a sharp, zesty grapefruit that quickly mingles with the green, slightly sweet earthiness of fig. The heart reveals aromatic sage, reminiscent of a herb garden by the sea, though for some, this herbal note veers into a soapy, almost chemical territory. It’s light, airy, and attempts to capture a breezy, saltwater essence, but the clean, fresh elements sometimes translate as synthetic rather than natural.

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