Bois Impérial by Essential Parfums

Brand: Essential Parfums

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Crushed Thai basil, grapefruit and Nepalese timut pepper open onto Haitian vetiver and cedary Georgywood, finishing on Akigalawood, patchouli and Ambrofix. A vivid, modern woody.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2020 · Unisex

Key accords: Basil, Grapefruit, Timut Pepper, Vetiver, Cedar, Akigalawood

Top Notes

  • Basil
  • Grapefruit
  • Timut Pepper

Heart Notes

  • Vetiver
  • Cedar

Base Notes

  • Akigalawood
  • Patchouli
  • Ambrofix

Occasions: Office, Casual, Evening

Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

Bois Impérial by Essential Parfums belongs to the woody fragrance family. Crushed Thai basil, grapefruit and Nepalese timut pepper open onto Haitian vetiver and cedary Georgywood, finishing on Akigalawood, patchouli and Ambrofix. A vivid, modern woody. Bois Impérial opens with Basil, Grapefruit, and Timut Pepper. The heart brings Vetiver and Cedar. It dries down to Akigalawood, Patchouli, and Ambrofix.

How to wear Bois Impérial

On skin, Bois Impérial by Essential Parfums has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office, casual, and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss. Apply Bois Impérial first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Bois Impérial : 2 sprays Boss Bottled and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Bois Impérial opens with Basil, Grapefruit, and Timut Pepper.

The heart brings Vetiver and Cedar.

It dries down to Akigalawood, Patchouli, and Ambrofix.

What to layer with Bois Impérial

  • Hugo Boss Boss Bottled bottle

    Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and cedar.

    Order: Apply Bois Impérial first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bois Impérial : 2 sprays Boss Bottled

  • Tom Ford Lost Cherry bottle

    Lost Cherry by Tom Ford

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver, cedar, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Bois Impérial first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bois Impérial : 2 sprays Lost Cherry

  • Amouage Gold Man bottle

    Gold Man by Amouage

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Bois Impérial first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gold Man on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bois Impérial : 1 spray Gold Man

  • Amouage Jubilation 25 Woman bottle

    Jubilation 25 Woman by Amouage

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Bois Impérial first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Jubilation 25 Woman on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bois Impérial : 2 sprays Jubilation 25 Woman

  • Xerjoff Accento bottle

    Accento by Xerjoff

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Bois Impérial first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Accento on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Bois Impérial : 2 sprays Accento

Pairings to approach with care

  • Maison Asrar Legacy bottle

    Legacy by Maison Asrar

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    Not Recommended · 34/99

    Bois Impérial has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Legacy brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.

    Order: Apply Bois Impérial first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Legacy on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Bois Impérial : 2 sprays Legacy

  • Commodity Tea bottle

    Tea by Commodity

    Not Recommended · 37/99

    Bois Impérial has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this woody scent, and they share basil and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Bois Impérial first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Bois Impérial : 2 sprays Tea

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Bois Impérial?

Bois Impérial opens with Basil, Grapefruit, and Timut Pepper. The heart brings Vetiver and Cedar. It dries down to Akigalawood, Patchouli, and Ambrofix.

How long does Bois Impérial last, and how strong is it?

Bois Impérial by Essential Parfums has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Bois Impérial?

It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office, casual, and evening.

What layers well with Bois Impérial?

Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and cedar. Apply Bois Impérial first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Bois Impérial : 2 sprays Boss Bottled.

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