Naomi Goodsir 2012 EDP

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Bois d'Ascese

by Julien Rasquinet

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Naomi Goodsir Bois d'Ascese is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Julien Rasquinet. Bois d'Ascese opens with Whisky and Tobacco, settles into a heart of Amber, Cinnamon, and Labdanum, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Oakmoss, and Incense. Naomi Goodsir's Bois d'Ascese carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Bois d'Ascese is a divisive beast: you'll either adore its realistic, deep smoky embrace, or you'll recoil at what some call a 'barbecue' or 'cathedral' scent. It's a powerful statement for those who dare, but certainly not a blind buy.
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Bois d'Ascese 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its strong, realistic smoke and incense accords, Bois d'Ascese is far too intense and evocative for most office environments. It excels in colder weather for date nights or elegant formal events, but its unique character means it's best reserved for situations where you want to make a singular, memorable impression.

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

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

Bois d'Ascese opens with a powerful, almost aggressive blast of smoky wood and rich tobacco, reminiscent of a crackling bonfire or an ancient, incense-filled chapel. Soon, the boozy warmth of whisky emerges, mingling with an amber heart that pulls in labdanum and a whisper of cinnamon. The dry-down settles into a comforting yet profound blend of dry cedar, earthy oakmoss, and lingering, contemplative incense, evoking a sense of grounded tranquility amidst the initial intensity.

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