Maison Louis Marie 2014 Edp

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No.04 Bois de Balincourt

Maison Louis Marie No.04 Bois de Balincourt is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014. The fragrance opens with Sandalwood and Cedar, settles into a heart of Vetiver, Nutmeg, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Amberwood.

Our verdict on No.04 Bois de Balincourt: Favourite

This woody wonder is utterly divisive, evoking either luxurious creaminess or a straight-up pickle jar. If your skin plays nice, you're in for a clean, calming sandalwood dream; otherwise, be prepared for a briny nightmare.
  • Relaxed
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Woody
  • Sweet
No.04 Bois de Balincourt Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 2%
Fruity 0%
Green 3%
Sweet 21%
Warm 26%
Woody 54%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 4%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

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

Its moderate sillage and soft, woody character make it suitable for casual wear or dates where closeness is key. The potential for a 'dill' note and less-than-stellar longevity keep it from being a formal or sporty choice, and its subtlety might get lost in an office environment.

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Bois de Balincourt opens with a dominant woody embrace of sandalwood and cedar, immediately grounding you in an earthy forest. The heart then introduces a gentle, warm spice from vetiver, nutmeg, and cinnamon, adding a subtle complexity before settling into a soft, powdery amberwood base. It's a journey from fresh timber to a subtly spiced, comforting warmth.