Douleur
“Douleur by Bogue is a fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a aquatic, metallic composition with a sweet undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2019 by Bogue and crafted by Antonio Gardoni, Douleur is a unisex EDP that challenges the traditional boundaries of scent. The composition opens with an aquatic-ozonic accord, creating a fresh, almost metallic sensation, before giving way to sweet florals and green notes. This juxtaposition of cold and warm elements creates a dynamic tension, making it feel both modern and lasting. It is a fragrance that invites introspection and reflection.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply Douleur lightly for a more nuanced experience. The ozonic top notes fade quickly but leave room for the sweet and green heart to emerge gradually over time. It pairs well with layered clothing, allowing the scent to develop in intimate spaces.
Antonio Gardoni
Founding perfumer · 3 fragrances
Antonio Gardoni, an Italian perfumer originally trained as an architect, founded Jump Studios in London before turning to fragrance as a self-taught, avant-garde perfumer. He develops scents for his own brand Bogue as well as for Zoologist and Shekor, preferring to work at night with traditional infusion methods and high-concentration extrait de parfum strength, and offers a bespoke 'Bogue-Tailor' service.
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The story behind the bottle.
Not a scent you'd wear to be noticed — one you'd wear to feel like yourself, in the quiet moments when the world fades away and only your thoughts remain.
Fig. 01 — Douleur, Bogue
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