Fragrance World 2023 Edp

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Dark As Wood

Fragrance World Dark As Wood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. The fragrance opens with Iris, Incense, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Guaiac Wood, Coriander, and Benzoin, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Musk, and Copaiba Balm.

Our verdict on Dark As Wood: Statement

If you're seeking a sophisticated, amber-woody iris for cooler weather and can handle a slightly rough opening, this is a gem. It’s punching well above its weight for the price, especially if you miss a certain discontinued Guerlain.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Mysterious
Dark As Wood Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 12%
Fruity 1%
Green 2%
Sweet 15%
Warm 26%
Woody 25%
Earthy 24%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 6%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Woody
87%
Balsamic
71%
Warm Spicy
65%
Powdery
65%

Notes

Top Notes

Iris 43% Incense 35% Pink Pepper 22%

Heart Notes

Guaiac Wood 44% Benzoin 33% Coriander 23%

Base Notes

Patchouli 36% Musk 32% Copaiba Balm 32%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

This fragrance leans heavily towards formal and date night wear due to its sophisticated amber-woody profile. While some reviews suggest it's light and close to the skin, its richness means it's best reserved for cooler seasons and more dressed-up occasions, rather than casual or athletic settings.

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About

Dark As Wood opens with a peppery, subtly harsh iris and incense, quickly mellowing into a smooth, powdery embrace. Guaiac wood and benzoin form a warm, balsamic heart, softened by a hint of coriander. The dry down settles into a deep, earthy patchouli, creamy musk, and a subtle resinous sweetness, creating a refined, almost vanillic amber-wood blend.

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