WOODY PERFUMES
Inspired by Ernest Hemingway
No one exemplified salty machismo quite like literary master and member of the Lost Generation, Ernest Hemingway. His writing style was simple, brief, and elegant which was in stark contrast to a colorful life spent driving ambulances in war zones and enjoying afternoons watching bullfights. A hard drinker with a love for absinthe in particular, Hemingway wrote some of the 20th century’s most famous works – For Whom the Bell Tolls, The Old Man and the Sea, and A Farewell to Arms.
Death in the Afternoon Cologne Oil celebrates lovable curmudgeons with notes of tobacco pipe, vegan Egyptian musk, champagne, bay leaf, sandalwood, fennel, and bergamot. This unisex scent is reminiscent of a strong glass of absinthe and leather-bound books.
From the Gatsby Collection
F. Scott Fitzgerald Cologne Inspiration
Author of The Great Gatsby and member of the Lost Generation, F. Scott Fitzgerald is one of the heavyweights of classic American literature. This cologne was inspired by the scent that was also preferred by Marlene Dietrich, Lieber Gustav 14. The cologne was bought for Fitzgerald as a gift by his wife Zelda. Fitzgerald is a modern spin on a literary scent.
Zelda Fitzgerald Perfume Inspiration
Zelda Fitzgerald was the original flapper and a writer and artist in her own right though she was viewed only in her husband’s shadow. A quintessential, larger than life “it girl,” Zelda was a fan of perfumes by Schiaparelli. Zelda wrote that Salud by Schiaparelli was “sensorily gratifying perfume that I wanted more of it…violets, lilies, and pink beauty.” This interpretation of Zelda plays with florals amongst a backdrop of sensual, smoky accords to capture the woman who famously said, “death is the only real elegance.”
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Because of their complex and mysterious scents, woody perfumes are some of the most popular types of fragrance and can be divided into four main groups: chypres, fougères, mosses, and amber perfumes. Each type of woody perfume has its own distinct character, making it easy to find a scent that suits your personality. These rich, complex scents can transport you to another place and time, evoking a sense of mystery and intrigue.
What is a Woody Perfume Smell?
Woody perfumes are fragrances that evoke the smell of the outdoors. Close your eyes and imagine inhaling the scent of freshly cut wood, mossy bark, or a tree in bloom. Woody scents range from clean and refined to rich and spicy to sharp and bracing.
They're a bit harder to define than other fragrance types (such as floral or citrus) because they encompass a wide range of notes that give off different vibes. For example, some woody perfumes smell like the forest floor, while others evoke the moss-covered trunks of trees or a walk through an old cathedral.
Chypres fragrances are built around a woody base, with notes of citrus and leather. Fougères fragrances are like chypres, but with a more pronounced herbal scent. Mossy woody fragrances are earthy and green, with hints of wood and damp soil. Amber woody fragrances are warm and sensual, with prominent amber and musk notes.
Whether you prefer the bright freshness of a chypre or the smoky richness of an amber woody fragrance, there is sure to be a woody perfume that you will love.
What Scents are Earthy and Woody?
The three most common types of woody perfume notes (which also happen to be the three most common ingredients in most incense) are sandalwood, cedarwood, and vetiver.
Sandalwood
The sandalwood scent is woody and slightly sweet, with musky undertones. The main notes in sandalwood are woody and musky, with a sweetness that comes through in the dry-down. It pairs well with other woody notes like cedarwood and vetiver, as well as floral notes like jasmine and rose.
Cedarwood
Cedarwood has a woody, balsamic scent that is both warm and grounding. The scent is warm and dry with a sweet overtone, making it suitable for both men’s and women's fragrances. Cedarwood oils are often used to add depth and sweetness to woody blends.
Vetiver
The woody scent of vetiver is often described as being like that of patchouli or sandalwood. It is earthy and warm, with a slightly sweet undertone. Vetiver oil is often used to add depth and richness to a scent.
Woody Perfumes are for Everyone
Woody perfumes offer a natural and earthy scent and therefore make a wonderful perfume option for anyone. Woody perfumes tend to be warm and inviting, while also being fresh and light. It's a powerful scent that can be worn all year round, though it's most popular in the colder seasons. Many people wear wood scents during cold weather to warm up their skin and enhance their moods.
Wood scents can also bring about feelings of nostalgia for people who grew up smelling pencil shavings or cedar closets—associations with these scents make woody fragrances feel familiar, safe, and homey. Overall, woody perfumes give off an earthy vibe that puts one at ease while delivering a nice aroma all day long.
Additional Fragrance Families
There are five main perfume fragrance families, which include floral, amber, woody, fresh, and musky. Each perfume note has its own unique smell, which can be combined with other notes to create a desired scent. For example, a floral perfume may contain notes of rose, jasmine, and lily, while an amber perfume may contain notes of vanilla, amber, and spices.
FAQs
What does cedarwood smell like?
Cedarwood features a rich, woodsy aroma that's evocative of everything from Christmas trees to old wooden ships and cigar boxes.
What are woody floral perfumes?
Woody floral perfumes are some of the most popular fragrances used today. These scents combine the freshness of flowers with the deep, rich aroma of wood to create a unique and highly appealing smell.
What does amber woody smell like?
Amber woody perfumes are the most intense and sensual of all, with warm, spicy notes of amber and musk. They often contain rare woody ingredients like agarwood, oud, and sandalwood, which give them their distinctive scent.
Are woody fragrances attractive?
Woody notes also tend to have a natural sensuality to them. The woods and resins used to create this kind of scent are often used in incense, so they sometimes invoke feelings of spirituality and meditation. Some woody scents are reminiscent of an aphrodisiac or sexual pheromones, as well.