New York 5th Avenue
“New York 5th Avenue by Fragrance Du Bois is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a woody, rose composition with a powdery undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2020, New York 5th Avenue by Fragrance Du Bois is a woody-spicy fragrance crafted by perfumer Shadi Samra. The composition opens with the brightness of bergamot and caramel, creating an inviting warmth that transitions into a heart of rose and violet, adding depth and floral complexity. The base notes of cashmere wood, guaiac wood, and musk provide a grounding sense of comfort and sophistication, making this fragrance a perfect blend of elegance and modernity.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this fragrance in thin layers to allow its rich base notes to develop fully on your skin. It has a moderate sillage that works well for daytime or evening wear, but avoid using it during humid summer days when the caramel note might feel too heavy.
Shadi Samra
Founding perfumer · 19 fragrances
Shadi Samra has nearly two decades of experience in fragrance, including as regional manager at Arabian Oud and as scent expert for Fragrance Du Bois, specializing in oud and oriental fragrances that bridge Middle Eastern perfumery with contemporary style. He serves on the Fragrance Foundation Arabia board and has judged the Fragrance Oscars for eight years.
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The story behind the bottle.
The soft glow of city lights reflecting off the windows of Fifth Avenue's luxury boutiques, where the scent of warm woods and sweet florals fills the air.
Fig. 01 — New York 5th Avenue, Fragrance Du Bois
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