Eau de Parfum2012
Bois Noir
Aurélien GuichardThe nose · 162 fragrances · also made Intense Oud (2016)Portrait →

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Robert Piguet  ·  Sold as unisex

Bois Noir

The quiet intimacy of an office-turned-cozy lounge after hours, where the scent of wood and musk creates a sense of grounding and relaxation.

4.11598 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprint
woodyamberpowderybalsamicmusky
Bois NoirPremium · $100–250

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting65% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak6%
Moderate24%
Long lasting50%
Eternal15%
SillageModerate50% say strong or enormous
Intimate10%
Moderate40%
Strong30%
Enormous20%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine70%
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Unisex30%
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Feminine0%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2012 by Robert Piguet and crafted by perfumer Aurélien Guichard, Bois Noir is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that blends the warmth of amber and musk with the depth of rich woods. The composition opens with guaiac wood and cedar, creating a robust foundation before patchouli and resins add complexity to the heart. Labdanum provides an earthy richness, while sandalwood rounds out the base with its smooth, creamy texture. This fragrance is neither overly sweet nor too austere, striking a balance that feels both comforting and sophisticated.

How to wear it

One or two sprays are sufficient as Bois Noir develops slowly on the skin. The woody notes project well but maintain a close-to-skin presence, making it ideal for cooler evenings when you want a warm, enveloping scent.

Fig. 01 — Bois Noir, Robert Piguet

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03 · The nose

Aurélien Guichard

Seven generations of Grasse perfumery

Aurélien Guichard is a senior perfumer at Takasago, born and raised in Grasse into a family business growing roses and jasmine for major perfumers, and following his father into perfumery via the Givaudan Perfumery School.

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Adds sweet, citrus and earthy; shares patchouli.

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06 · The Room

What people
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4.11/ 5 · 598 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 39%, disliked or hated by 11%.

Love39%
Like44%
OK6%
Dislike11%
Hate1%
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