Bois Tabac Virginia
“Bois Tabac Virginia by Le Jardin Retrouve is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men”
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Warmly received so far — a woody, aromatic composition with a amber undertone. Voted best for fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Bois Tabac Virginia by Le Jardin Retrouve is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Bois Tabac Virginia was launched in 1967. The nose behind this fragrance is Yuri Gutsatz. Top notes are Lavender, Geranium and Sage; middle notes are Vetiver, Labdanum, Petitgrain and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Patchouli, Cedar, Incense, Ambergris and Sandalwood. Bois Tabac Virginia is a woody Eau de Parfum, built around notes of smoked vetiver and a background of delicate and round tobacco. This fragrance renews the genus of the fern by proposing a mixed and fresh scent. Bois Tabac Virginia is an ode to the perfumes of the 1920s, it is reminiscent of ancient fragrances now disappeared and remains refreshingly modern.Inspiration: Virginia Arboretum, Virginia, USA:"In this garden of the New World, you stroll along the path drawn for you by skilled herbalists. It is late. Beyond a grove of trees, you would like to reach this gray wood bench in front of you, but a movement, on your right, puzzles you. It is an elegant, joyful silhouette, dancing in the evening breeze, blowing towards you scents of vetiver, lavender, petit grain, cedar and patchouli. How much you would love to waltz with her..."
Composition & Character
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A Signature Fragrance
Patchouli
Patchouli emanates from the leaves of Pogostemon cablin, a bush native to Southeast Asia. Its scent is deeply woody with hints of musty earth, warm spices, and a subtle sweetness that can be both comforting and complex. This versatile note has been a staple in perfumery for decades, often used to evoke feelings of nostalgia and grounding.
Cedar
Cedar, sourced from various species of coniferous trees, exudes a deep, resinous aroma with hints of sweetness and wood smoke. Its scent is both comforting and grounding, reminiscent of old libraries or the quiet solitude of a forest. This versatile note has long been favored for its ability to blend seamlessly into complex compositions without overpowering other ingredients.
Incense
Incense, a blend of resins, woods, and gums burned for their aromatic smoke, carries an aroma that is at once earthy and ethereal. Its origins trace back to religious ceremonies and spiritual practices, where its smoky, warm scent was believed to bridge earthly and divine realms.
Designer Le Jardin Retrouve
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Vetiver Sandalwood Incense
Both fragrances share vetiver as their core, so Eau de Vetyver's stripped-down green earthiness works almost like a magnified single note inside Bois Tabac Virginia's fuller lavender, incense and sandalwood composition. What was simple becomes layered without losing its vetiver identity.
Spray Eau de Vetyver first for a concentrated vetiver base, then layer Bois Tabac Virginia over it so the incense and sandalwood add complexity on top.
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Bois Tabac Virginia + Beyond Paradise Estée Lauder
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Bois Tabac Virginia + LP No.9
Great aromatic + woody and amber + woody combination
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