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Versace · Sold as unisex
Santal Boisé
The quiet intensity of an artisanal workshop, where sandalwood shavings mingle with the subtle spiciness of saffron and the earthy warmth of leather.
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Santal BoiséMid-range · $40–100
50%Similar accords, often for lessMena · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares sandalwood and saffron8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Santal Boisé by Versace was launched in 2019 as part of the Atelier Versace collection, featuring six fragrances each centered around a distinct ingredient. Christophe Raynaud crafted this woody spicy scent from Sri Lankan sandalwood mixed with saffron and a cypriole plant. The composition opens with earthy, metallic notes that give way to warm spiciness and powdery undertones. Santal Boisé is a fragrance that balances the raw richness of leather with the sophisticated warmth of its woody base.
Apply this fragrance to pulse points for a slow build-up that reveals its depth over time. The metallic notes fade quickly, so allow it to develop on your skin before venturing out. Ideal for evenings or cooler days when you want a scent that warms and envelops.
Fig. 01 — Santal Boisé, Versace
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Christophe Raynaud
Architect first, craftsman secondChristophe Raynaud is a perfumer who describes himself as a craftsman with the sensitivity of an artist. He begins each fragrance with a raw olfactory block, working for hours to shape it as a sculptor would — first as architect, then as craftsman.
“At first, I am the architect, and then I become the craftsman.”
Christophe Raynaud · Fragrantica nose page bio (scraped into fragrantica_bio)
Designer Versace
More from the house · founded 1978 · Italy
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 51%, disliked or hated by 6%.