Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo
Brand: Ex Nihilo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
An iron fist in a velvet glove: pink pepper and cardamom over cyclamen, heliotrope and cedar, on sandalwood, patchouli and musk.
Is Bois d'Hiver worth it?
How it smells: Opens with pink pepper and cardamom, cyclamen and heliotrope at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and patchouli.
Scent Score: 78/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 87, versatility 67, layerability 78 and value 72, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Fall and winter, for the office and evenings. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2014 · Unisex
Key accords: Pink Pepper, Cardamom, Cyclamen, Heliotrope, White Cedar, Sandalwood
Top Notes
- Pink Pepper
- Cardamom
Heart Notes
- Cyclamen
- Heliotrope
- White Cedar
Base Notes
- Sandalwood
- Patchouli
- Musk
- Cypriol
Occasions: Office, Evening
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo belongs to the woody fragrance family. An iron fist in a velvet glove: pink pepper and cardamom over cyclamen, heliotrope and cedar, on sandalwood, patchouli and musk. Bois d'Hiver opens with Pink Pepper and Cardamom. The heart brings Cyclamen, Heliotrope, and White Cedar. It dries down to Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, and Cypriol.
How to wear Bois d'Hiver
On skin, Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for office and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma. Apply Bois d'Hiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Bois d'Hiver : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Bois d'Hiver opens with Pink Pepper and Cardamom.
The heart brings Cyclamen, Heliotrope, and White Cedar.
It dries down to Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, and Cypriol.
What to layer with Bois d'Hiver
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and musk.
Order: Apply Bois d'Hiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bois d'Hiver : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile
Chinatown by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, sandalwood, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Bois d'Hiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chinatown on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bois d'Hiver : 2 sprays Chinatown
Washington Square by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper and musk.
Order: Apply Bois d'Hiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Washington Square on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bois d'Hiver : 2 sprays Washington Square
West Side by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and musk.
Order: Apply Bois d'Hiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer West Side on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bois d'Hiver : 2 sprays West Side
Tubéreuse Astrale by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, cardamom, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Bois d'Hiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tubéreuse Astrale on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bois d'Hiver : 2 sprays Tubéreuse Astrale
Pairings to approach with care
Man Uomo Winter by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Man Uomo Winter brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Bois d'Hiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Man Uomo Winter on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bois d'Hiver : 2 sprays Man Uomo Winter
Deep Temptation by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Deep Temptation brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Bois d'Hiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Deep Temptation on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bois d'Hiver : 2 sprays Deep Temptation
Related fragrances and why
- Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di ParmaBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include sandalwood and musk.
- Chinatown by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include cardamom, sandalwood, and patchouli.
- Washington Square by Bond No. 9 — Both include pink pepper and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Bois d'Hiver?
Bois d'Hiver opens with Pink Pepper and Cardamom. The heart brings Cyclamen, Heliotrope, and White Cedar. It dries down to Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, and Cypriol.
How long does Bois d'Hiver last, and how strong is it?
Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Bois d'Hiver?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits office and evening.
What layers well with Bois d'Hiver?
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and musk. Apply Bois d'Hiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Bois d'Hiver : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile.
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