Karl Lagerfeld 2021 EDT

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Bois d'Ambre

by Émilie Coppermann

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Karl Lagerfeld Bois d'Ambre is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Émilie Coppermann. Bois d'Ambre opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Clary Sage, and dries down to a base of Amber. Karl Lagerfeld's Bois d'Ambre carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

A surprisingly nuanced amber, Bois d'Ambre delivers beyond its price tag. While a few find it a bit safe, most agree it's a solid, versatile scent that consistently earns compliments. Don't let the simplicity fool you; it's a well-executed amber for daily wear.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
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Bois d'Ambre Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot100%
Heartas listed
Clary Sage100%
Baseas listed
Amber100%

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

With moderate sillage and longevity, it's suitable for daily wear, including the office, without being overpowering. Its warm, inviting amber base makes it perfect for dates, yet it's versatile enough for casual outings, especially in cooler weather.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT. (SD ALCOHOL 39-C), PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, BHT, TRIETHANOLAMINE, DISODIUM EDTA, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, BENZYL BENZOATE, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL, COUMARIN, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, CI 14700 (RED 4), CI 60730 (EXT. VIOLET 2), CI 42090 (BLUE 1), CI 155510 (ORANGE 4).

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Bois d'Ambre opens with a brief zest of bergamot, quickly softening into a distinguished aromatic قلب of clary sage. The true star, a warm, sweet amber, emerges as the fragrance settles, accompanied by subtle spicy and powdery undertones. It’s a smoothly evolving scent, moving from fresh to a rich, resinous warmth with a touch of sweetness.

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