2022
Bread in Chestnut
Meabh McCurtinThe nose · 8 fragrances · also made L'Interdit Elixir (2026)Portrait →

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Scents of Wood  ·  Sold as unisex

Bread in Chestnut

The scent of freshly baked bread in a rustic kitchen, where the nutty warmth of chestnuts adds an earthy dimension to the air.

3.99165 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 9 accords ↓
warm spicyamberwoodyaromaticnuttybalsamic
Bread in Chestnut

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate33% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak0%
Weak14%
Moderate53%
Long lasting29%
Eternal3%
SillageModerate9% say strong or enormous
Intimate41%
Moderate49%
Strong9%
Enormous0%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine17%
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Unisex66%
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Feminine16%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2022 by Scents of Wood, Bread in Chestnut is a unisex Woody fragrance crafted by perfumer Meabh McCurtin. It opens with fresh and warm spicy notes that create an inviting atmosphere, reminiscent of freshly baked bread. The heart of the composition features nutty and aromatic accords that evoke the warmth of chestnuts roasting on an open fire, while the base adds a rich layer of amber, vanilla, and balsamic notes for depth and comfort.

How to wear it

Apply this fragrance with two sprays — it develops best close to skin and takes about an hour for the base notes to fully bloom. It's perfect for cooler evenings when you want a comforting aroma that stays warm and inviting.

Fig. 01 — Bread in Chestnut, Scents of Wood

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03 · The nose

Meabh McCurtin

From headspace to heritage

Meabh McCurtin was born and raised in Ireland, studying biochemistry at the National University of Ireland, Galway, before further study at the École normale supérieure in Lyon.

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06 · The Room

What people
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3.99/ 5 · 165 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 6%.

Love34%
Like38%
OK22%
Dislike5%
Hate1%
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