Bois de Yuzu
citrus up front, then fresh spicy, settling into green.
About
Bois de Yuzu by Karl Lagerfeld is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for men. Bois de Yuzu was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Emilie Coppermann. Top notes are Yuzu, Ginger, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, Rosemary and Mint; middle note is Nutmeg; base notes are Moss and Papyrus.
Nose: Emilie Coppermann
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Yuzu, Ginger, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, Rosemary, Mint
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Karl Lagerfeld picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Bois de Yuzu smell like?
citrus up front, then fresh spicy, settling into green. Dominant accords: citrus, fresh spicy, green.
What notes are in Bois de Yuzu?
Top: Yuzu, Ginger, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, Rosemary, Mint. Heart: Nutmeg. Base: Moss, Papyrus.
How long does Bois de Yuzu last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Bois de Yuzu loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Bois de Yuzu best for?
Summer is the top pick (44%). Spring is second at 41%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Bois de Yuzu?
Day wear leads at 84%. Night is a secondary pick at 16%.
Is Bois de Yuzu for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 49% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Bois de Yuzu?
Composed by Emilie Coppermann. Released in 2018.
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