SaffronOpens with
LeatherHeart
Agarwood (Oud)Dries down to
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Vilhelm Parfumerie · Sold as unisex
Smoke Show
The quiet intensity of an old library, where the scent of leather-bound books and warm wood intermingles with a hint of smoldering incense.
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Smoke ShowLuxury · $250+
54%Similar accords, often for lessLes Absolus d'Orient Oud Essentiel · GuerlainPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2015 by Vilhelm Parfumerie and crafted by perfumer Jérôme Epinette, Smoke Show is a Woody Spicy fragrance that captures the essence of raw, earthy warmth. The composition opens with saffron and pink pepper, creating a sharp contrast against its woody base notes like agarwood (oud) and cedar. Leather and vetiver lend an animalic depth to the scent, adding layers of complexity that unfold throughout the day. Smoke Show is neither masculine nor feminine in the conventional sense; instead, it occupies a space where rugged earthiness meets sophisticated elegance.
Smoke Show has a rich, long-lasting base that blooms over time. A light spritz on pulse points will allow the aromatic and earthy notes to develop gradually throughout the day. For a more immediate impact, apply it closer to skin where warmth can help release its full character.
Fig. 01 — Smoke Show, Vilhelm Parfumerie
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Jérôme Epinette
The hand behind ByredoJérôme Epinette is a French perfumer born and raised in Burgundy who earned a Master's degree in Biochemistry before training at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery.
Designer Vilhelm Parfumerie
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 31%, disliked or hated by 17%.