Un Bois Vanille
“Un Bois Vanille by Serge Lutens is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a vanilla, sweet composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2003 by Serge Lutens and crafted by perfumer Christopher Sheldrake, Un Bois Vanille is a groundbreaking Oriental Vanilla fragrance that challenges the notion of vanilla as merely sweet. The composition opens with a complex interplay between rich vanilla and woody accords, seamlessly blending into a heart of powdery beeswax and soft spices, all anchored by warm amber and coconut. This sophisticated blend has become a touchstone for many in their journey into niche perfumery, praised for its dry, resinous character that sets it apart from more conventional vanilla fragrances.
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Application Tips
Un Bois Vanille is best applied sparingly; its rich notes can become overwhelming with too much. Allow it to develop close to your skin for about an hour, as the powdery and woody accords will bloom gradually, providing a long-lasting warmth that reads better up close than from afar.
Christopher Sheldrake
Founding perfumer · 94 fragrances · French
Christopher Sheldrake is a perfumer who has created perfumes for Chanel, Shiseido, Serge Lutens, Rochas, Avon and SpaceNK. Some of his most notable fragrances include Chanel's Coco Noir and Serge Lutens, Chergui.
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The story behind the bottle.
The cozy embrace of a well-worn leather-bound book on a quiet, candlelit evening — where the scent of beeswax and vanilla mingle in a way that feels both familiar and unexpectedly nuanced.
Fig. 01 — Un Bois Vanille, Serge Lutens
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