House of BŌ 2021 EDP

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ESPIRÍTU

by Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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House of BŌ ESPIRÍTU is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. House of BŌ's ESPIRÍTU carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

Divisive yet darling, this 'clean' leather-tobacco-iris blend is either a soft, serene woody dream or a challenging, almost nauseating experience. Not a safe blind buy, but for those it clicks with, it's a signature-scent worthy, year-round staple.
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  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
  • Warm
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ESPIRÍTU 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
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 Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and versatile, clean character make it suitable for office and casual wear, leaning into a more sophisticated casual vibe. While it has an elegant side, it's not a powerhouse, so it's less ideal for formal events where a bolder statement might be preferred, and its warmth doesn't suit 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

  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

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

ESPIRÍTU opens with a surprisingly clean and airy impression, immediately defying expectations of a heavy leather or tobacco scent. Subtle wafts of carrot seed and delicate iris lend a powdery, almost spa-like freshness, weaving through a backdrop of soft, worn leather and a gentle, smoky tobacco. As it settles, earthy oakmoss emerges, grounding the composition with a vintage elegance, while a hint of sage adds an aromatic, spiritual touch. It's an intriguing dance between light and shade, clean and earthy.

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