Serge Lutens 1992 EDP

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Bois de Violette

by Christopher Sheldrake

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Serge Lutens Bois de Violette is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1992, created by Christopher Sheldrake. Bois de Violette opens with Violet Leaf, settles into a heart of Violet, and dries down to a base of Cedar. Serge Lutens's Bois de Violette carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly gorgeous violet scent, loved by many for its unique woody depth, yet some are utterly repulsed. If you adore sophisticated, slightly melancholic florals with a woody twist, this might be your next obsession - just be prepared for the polarizing effect.
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  • Mysterious
  • Gourmand
  • Calm
  • Luxurious
  • Relaxed
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Bois de Violette Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Violet Leaf100%
Heartas listed
Violet100%
Baseas listed
Cedar100%

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:
Winter

A cool-weather floral built for spring and autumn. The fresh, dewy violet-leaf opening reads green and crisp in spring, while the dry cedar drydown gives it enough body for the cooler edges of autumn. Too soft and powdery-sweet for high summer, and lighter than a true winter wood.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate-to-soft projection and refined woody-violet character make it an easy, unobtrusive office and casual choice, while the sophisticated, slightly melancholic violet suits intimate dates and formal evenings equally well. The gentle sillage and contemplative mood keep it well clear of sport.

About

Bois de Violette opens with a rich, almost gourmand violet, immediately joined by the green, slightly aqueous freshness of violet leaf. This floral heart is quickly embraced by a dry, serious cedar, creating a fascinating push-and-pull between soft florals and grounded wood. As it dries, hints of powdery sweetness emerge, settling into a contemplative, subtly ozonic aura.

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