Novellista 2020 EDP

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Unique Wood

by Cyrill Rolland

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Novellista Unique Wood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Cyrill Rolland. Unique Wood opens with Lavender, Geranium, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Violet Leaf, Pepper, and Sichuan Pepper, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Amberwood. Novellista's Unique Wood carries a Favourite verdict, an elemental-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you, this is far from unique. It's a blatant Sauvage dupe, but if you're into that peppery, masculine vibe for less (or want a 'woodier' take), then crack on. Be warned: it's not for everyone, reviewers say there's something in the dry-down that might make you gag.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Masculine
  • Modern
  • Woody
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Unique Wood 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
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its fresh spicy and aromatic profile lends itself well to casual wear and even sport. While a good choice for dates due to its sensual amber drydown, its strong sillage and pepper notes make it a bit much for a formal setting or an enclosed office space.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Unique Wood opens with a fresh, aromatic burst of lavender and geranium, sharpened by a fiery pink pepper kick. As it settles, a triple threat of peppers - violet leaf, black pepper, and Sichuan pepper - adds a warm, spicy core, giving it a modern, almost metallic edge. The dry down mellows into a comforting blend of rich amberwood, creamy tonka bean, and sweet vanilla, grounding the initial spice with a smooth, woody warmth.

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