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L'Artisan Parfumeur · Sold as unisex
Bois Farine
The soft glow of a library lit by floor lamps, where the scent of powdery iris and warm wood fills the air as you settle into an armchair with a book.
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Bois FarinePremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessInsherah Gold · RasasiBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Bois Farine by L'Artisan Parfumeur, launched in 2003, is the work of Jean-Claude Ellena and exemplifies the brand's dedication to original fragrances that evoke a sense of intimate luxury. The composition opens with a powdery iris note that gradually reveals warm spicy accords and an amber base, creating a cozy and enveloping atmosphere. This fragrance embodies the kind of understated elegance for which L'Artisan Parfumeur is known, blending traditional woody elements with modern warmth.
Apply Bois Farine to pulse points for an intimate warmth that stays close to your skin. The amber base notes will develop slowly over time, so it's best enjoyed in quiet moments rather than in bustling environments.
Fig. 01 — Bois Farine, L'Artisan Parfumeur
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Jean-Claude Ellena
The perfumer of transparencyJean-Claude Ellena is widely regarded as the most intellectual perfumer of the modern era — a minimalist poet whose work redefined what fragrance could be.
“Cézanne's watercolours contain areas of wash that don't overlap. I proceed in a similar fashion.”
Jean-Claude Ellena · The Diary of a Nose (2011) / Frédéric Malle bio
Designer L'Artisan Parfumeur
More from the house · founded 1976 · France
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 40%, disliked or hated by 15%.