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Goldfield & Banks Australia 2016 EDP

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Desert Rosewood

by François Merle-Baudoin

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Goldfield & Banks Australia Desert Rosewood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by François Merle-Baudoin. Desert Rosewood opens with Mandarin, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Rosewood, Cardamom, and Benzoin, and dries down to a base of Vanilla. Goldfield & Banks Australia's Desert Rosewood carries a Favourite verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, polarizing opinions with its sweet, spicy, and sometimes medicinal woody character. If you're after a unique, warm amber that doesn't shy away, give it a go. Otherwise, you might find it an acquired taste.
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
  • Classic
  • Bold
Desert Rosewood Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its warm, spicy, and woody accords, coupled with strong performance reported by many, make it ideal for cooler weather and evening wear. While some find it office-safe, its robust character might be a bit much for close-quarters professional settings.

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About

Desert Rosewood opens with a burst of warm, spiced mandarin, quickly settling into a robust heart of resinous rosewood and fuzzy benzoin. Cardamom and patchouli weave through, adding an earthy, peppery kick that some find medicinal or even akin to a vintage spiced cola. The vanilla lends a dry sweetness, balancing the woods without becoming sickly, creating a rich, opulent, and deeply comforting aura that lingers for hours.