S.T. Dupont 2020 EDP

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Golden Wood

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S.T. Dupont Golden Wood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Golden Wood opens with Bergamot and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Sandalwood and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Amber. S.T. Dupont's Golden Wood carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you - despite the 'wood' in the title, this is a full-throttle leather beast. It's a remarkably good Tom Ford Tuscan Leather dupe, offering outstanding performance at a fraction of the price. The marketing might be a mess, but the scent is a hidden gem.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
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Golden Wood Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pink Pepper59%
Bergamot41%
Heartas listed
Sandalwood59%
Patchouli41%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes67%
Amber33%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong projection make it unsuitable for most office environments, as it could be overwhelming. It's best reserved for evening wear, where its bold character shines, making it perfect for dates or formal events. It's too heavy for casual daytime wear or anything active.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Golden Wood kicks off with a brief, zesty flash of bergamot and a hint of pink pepper before plunging headfirst into a rich, deep leather accord that dominates the entire composition. While official notes list sandalwood and patchouli, the overwhelming presence is a robust, smoky leather, often compared to high-end designer offerings. The dry down settles into a dark, amber-tinged woodiness, providing a sophisticated backdrop to the enduring leather. It's a powerful, almost brooding fragrance for those who appreciate a bold statement.

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