Silky Woods by Goldfield & Banks

Brand: Goldfield & Banks

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Ceylon cinnamon and tobacco leaf open onto Madagascar ylang-ylang and Tahitian vanilla over tropical Australian agarwood, suede, saffron, incense and sandalwood. A rich woody gourmand in a gold-lacquered bottle.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2021 · Unisex

Key accords: Cinnamon, Tobacco Leaf, Ylang-Ylang, Vanilla, Oud, Suede

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Occasions: Evening, Date, Night Out

Seasons: Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

Silky Woods by Goldfield & Banks belongs to the woody fragrance family. Ceylon cinnamon and tobacco leaf open onto Madagascar ylang-ylang and Tahitian vanilla over tropical Australian agarwood, suede, saffron, incense and sandalwood. A rich woody gourmand in a gold-lacquered bottle. Silky Woods opens with Cinnamon and Tobacco Leaf. The heart brings Ylang-Ylang and Vanilla. It dries down to Oud, Suede, Saffron, Incense, and Sandalwood.

How to wear Silky Woods

On skin, Silky Woods by Goldfield & Banks has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and night out. Its best layering match in the catalog is Interlude Man by Amouage. Apply Silky Woods first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 1 spray Silky Woods : 2 sprays Interlude Man and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Silky Woods opens with Cinnamon and Tobacco Leaf.

The heart brings Ylang-Ylang and Vanilla.

It dries down to Oud, Suede, Saffron, Incense, and Sandalwood.

What to layer with Silky Woods

  • Amouage Interlude Man bottle

    Interlude Man by Amouage

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and sandalwood.

    Order: Apply Silky Woods first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Silky Woods : 2 sprays Interlude Man

  • Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male bottle

    Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon, vanilla, and sandalwood.

    Order: Apply Silky Woods first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Silky Woods : 2 sprays Le Male

  • Kenzo Flower by Kenzo bottle

    Flower by Kenzo by Kenzo

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and incense.

    Order: Apply Silky Woods first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower by Kenzo on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Silky Woods : 2 sprays Flower by Kenzo

  • Bond No. 9 NoMad bottle

    NoMad by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, oud, and saffron.

    Order: Apply Silky Woods first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer NoMad on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Silky Woods : 2 sprays NoMad

  • Bond No. 9 West Side bottle

    West Side by Bond No. 9

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share ylang-ylang, vanilla, and sandalwood.

    Order: Apply Silky Woods 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 Silky Woods : 2 sprays West Side

Pairings to approach with care

  • Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Cologne forte bottle

    Aqua Celestia Cologne forte by Maison Francis Kurkdjian

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Silky Woods has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Aqua Celestia Cologne forte brings a fresh contrast to this woody scent.

    Order: Apply Silky Woods first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aqua Celestia Cologne forte on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Silky Woods : 2 sprays Aqua Celestia Cologne forte

  • Jo Malone London Beach Blossom bottle

    Beach Blossom by Jo Malone London

    Not Recommended · 31/99

    Silky Woods has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Beach Blossom brings a fresh contrast to this woody scent.

    Order: Apply Silky Woods first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beach Blossom on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Silky Woods : 2 sprays Beach Blossom

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Silky Woods?

Silky Woods opens with Cinnamon and Tobacco Leaf. The heart brings Ylang-Ylang and Vanilla. It dries down to Oud, Suede, Saffron, Incense, and Sandalwood.

How long does Silky Woods last, and how strong is it?

Silky Woods by Goldfield & Banks has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Silky Woods?

It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and night out.

What layers well with Silky Woods?

Interlude Man by Amouage is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and sandalwood. Apply Silky Woods first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 1 spray Silky Woods : 2 sprays Interlude Man.

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