Bois d'Armenie
amber up front, then woody, settling into balsamic.
About
Bois d'Armenie by Guerlain is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Bois d'Armenie was launched in 2006. The nose behind this fragrance is Annick Menardo. Top notes are Incense, Iris and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Benzoin, Guaiac Wood and Coriander; base notes are Copahu Balm, Patchouli and…
Nose: Annick Menardo
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Guerlain picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Bois d'Armenie smell like?
amber up front, then woody, settling into balsamic. Dominant accords: amber, woody, balsamic.
What notes are in Bois d'Armenie?
Top: Incense, Iris, Pink Pepper. Heart: Benzoin, Guaiac Wood, Coriander. Base: Copahu Balm, Patchouli, White Musk.
How long does Bois d'Armenie last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Bois d'Armenie loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Bois d'Armenie best for?
Fall is the top pick (42%). Winter is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Bois d'Armenie?
Night wear leads at 50%. Day is a secondary pick at 50%.
Is Bois d'Armenie for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 70% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Bois d'Armenie?
Composed by Annick Menardo. Released in 2006.
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