Description
A Refined, Spicy-Woody Amber with Green Clarity and Sustainable Elegance
Launched in 2020, Bois Impérial is the flagship woody-amber composition by Essential Parfums, conceived by perfumer Quentin Bisch. Distinguished by its luminous wood and spice blend—featuring exclusive ingredients like Akigalawood and Ambrofix—it delivers an elegant, green-tinged woody signature that balances modern freshness with enduring warmth. A superb choice for the minimalist fragrance lover who values sustainability without compromising on sophistication.
Fragrance Notes
Ingredients & Highlights
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Akigalawood (patchouli-derived) – the signature woody centerpiece, biotech-upcycled for richness and depth.
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Thai Basil & Timut Pepper (Nepalese) – fresh, spicy, green brightness that gives a luminous kick.
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Haitian Vetiver & Georgywood (cedar-like molecule) – earthy, refined wood hybridity—green and vibrant.
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Petalia (floralcy) – a subtle floral elegance woven into the woodiness.
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Indonesian Patchouli & Ambrofix – additional spicy-ambery warmth that rounds the base.
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Perfumer’s Vision
Quentin Bisch states:
“I created this fragrance around a precious and extraordinary wood: Akigalawood. Adorned with fresh spices, it’s a great woody note made of contrasts, between patchouli and Thai basil.” essentialparfums.com
Performance & Scent Profile
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Opening: Bright, spicy, and herbaceous—crushed Thai basil and Timut pepper offer a stimulating green-woody introduction, with grapefruit-like facets adding vivacity.
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Heart & Dry Down: A living woodiness emerges—vetiver’s earth, cedar’s grace, and petalia’s floral brush create a fresh-elegant evolution. Akigalawood and Ambrofix anchor the scent with a luminous amber-woody caress.
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Overall: Clean, modern, and dynamic—great projection and longevity; versatile enough for daily wear yet feels elevated and distinctive.
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Community Impressions:
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Described by users as “clean, powerful, smooth… modernized with basil and akigalawood,” and even “a less cold Tom Ford Grey Vetiver.” Fragrantica
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Praised as “a great fragrance bang for your buck… lasts all day… office-appropriate.” Fragrantica
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Appreciated for its addictively fresh-woody vibe—one reviewer confessed, “I just can’t get enough of it.” Fragrantica
When & Where to Wear
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Seasons: All-year round—especially ideal in Spring, Summer, and mild climates, thanks to its green clarity balanced with warm woody depth.
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Occasions: Perfect as a refined daily signature—versatile enough for office, social settings, casual outings, or when you want a polished, pleasing presence.
Why You’ll Love It
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A masterful blend of spice, greenery, and refined woods—distinctly modern yet grounded.
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Sustainable luxuries—features upcycled and high-natural ingredients like Akigalawood and Ambrofix. essentialparfums.com+1
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Compliment-friendly and day-to-night versatile—great wearability with elegant projection.
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Clean, fresh, and intelligent—a woody aromatic that redefines minimalism with depth and character.
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