BergamotOpens with
CedarHeart
LeatherDries down to
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Tom Ford · Sold as unisex
Bois Rouge
The quiet intensity of an office late at night — the warmth of wood paneling, the crispness of fresh documents, and the subtle scent of polished leather chairs.
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Bois RougeLuxury · $250+
61%Similar accords, often for lessExplorer Extreme · MontblancMid-range tier, $40–100 · all 5 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
David Apel crafted Bois Rouge in 2007 for Tom Ford's Private Blend collection — a range designed to push the boundaries of traditional scent-making. The fragrance opens with bergamot, bringing a fresh and zesty brightness that contrasts sharply with the rich leather and patchouli notes that follow. Cedar and jasmine add depth, while lily-of-the-valley brings a touch of floral softness. As it settles into its base notes of amber and sandalwood, Bois Rouge becomes a warm and enveloping scent, perfect for those who appreciate complexity and nuance.
Bois Rouge is best applied in a single generous spray to allow its rich base notes to develop fully. The leather accord projects strongly, so it’s important not to layer too heavily, as this can overwhelm the delicate floral elements. It pairs well with cool weather and evening wear.
Fig. 01 — Bois Rouge, Tom Ford
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David Apel
New England landscapes, Parisian trainingDavid Apel is a perfumer born in New Jersey who studied environmental chemistry before an offer from Givaudan drew him into fragrance, starting in the gas chromatography lab analyzing products already on the market.
Designer Tom Ford
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Adds green and fresh; shares bergamot and jasmine.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 16%.