Van Cleef & Arpels 2020 Edp

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Bois d'Amande

by Sidonie Lancesseur

Van Cleef & Arpels Bois d'Amande is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Sidonie Lancesseur. The fragrance opens with Almond and Lemon, settles into a heart of Cedar, and dries down to a base of Musk and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Bois d'Amande: Favourite

A divisive almond and vanilla concoction that tries to be a crowd-pleaser but ends up being a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Some call it an underrated masterpiece, others a designer dud. Blind buy at your peril.
  • Cozy
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
Bois d'Amande Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9%
Floral 2%
Fruity 1%
Green 1%
Sweet 35%
Warm 8%
Woody 30%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 14%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Almond
100%
Vanilla
100%
Woody
90%
Powdery
79%
Nutty
72%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

The moderate projection and long-lasting nature make it suitable for close-quarters like dates and casual outings without being overwhelming. Its woody-gourmand profile is less ideal for formal settings or sports.

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About

Bois d'Amande opens with a bright, fleeting zest of lemon, quickly joined by a complex almond note that balances nutty and sweet, sometimes leaning powdery or even bitter. This transitions into a heart of woody cedar, providing a dry, earthy counterpoint. The base settles into a creamy, warm blend of vanilla and musk, offering a comforting, almost gourmand finish.