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L'Artisan Parfumeur · Sold as unisex
Il Était Un Bois
The hushed tranquility of a forest path at twilight — where the cool earthy aroma of moss meets the soft whisper of powdery wood.
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Il Était Un BoisPremium · $100–250
52%Similar accords, often for lessVetiver · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · all 1 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2024 by L'Artisan Parfumeur and crafted by perfumer Caroline Dumur, Il Était Un Bois is a Woody fragrance that captures the essence of an intimate woodland. The aromatic opening introduces fresh green notes that evoke the crisp air of a forest floor after rain, while the powdery base adds a subtle warmth, like dry earth underfoot. This composition balances freshness and depth, creating a scent that feels both grounding and uplifting.
Apply Il Était Un Bois lightly to pulse points for an intimate, close-to-skin scent experience. The green and woody notes are most pronounced in the first hour, so a light hand ensures they mingle softly throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Il Était Un Bois, L'Artisan Parfumeur
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Caroline Dumur
Farm scents to fine fragranceCaroline Dumur is a perfumer with IFF whose passion for scent traces back to childhood summers on her grandparents' farm in northern France, surrounded by flowers, hay, cheese, and animals.
Designer L'Artisan Parfumeur
More from the house · founded 1976 · France
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 32%, disliked or hated by 10%.