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Sous Bois by Parfums Retro (2014): Notes, Reviews & Rating | Noteboxd

Fragrances/Parfums Retro/Sous Bois

Sous Bois by Parfums Retro

Fragrance / 2014

Sous Bois

MASCULINE

7.0/ 103 ratings

CitrusWoodySweet

Powdery

Earthy

Released: 2014
Family: Not recorded
Perfumer: Hugh Spencer

Sous BoisParfums Retro

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Get to know the fragrance

Inside the scent.

The notes

Top notes

Mimosa Iris Almond

Heart notes

Guaiac Wood Labdanum

Base notes

Civet Cedar Coumarin

Notes describe scent impressions. Unclassified notes stay separate from the pyramid.

The character

Citrus

Woody

Sweet

Powdery

Earthy

amber

aromatic

musky

Recorded accords. Strength is shown only where it is available.

How it wears+

Performance

How it wears

Longevity8.0 / 10

Sillage4.7 / 10

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Ratings & reviews

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7.0/10

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Frequently asked

What does Sous Bois by Parfums Retro smell like?+

Sous Bois by Parfums Retro features a layered composition opening with Lemon, Rose, and Bergamot at the top, Oakmoss, Guaiac Wood, and Labdanum at the heart, Musk, Vetiver, and Benzoin in the base. The overall character is citrus, woody, sweet.

What are the notes in Sous Bois?+

Top notes: Lemon, Rose, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Ylang-Ylang, and Geranium. Heart notes: Oakmoss, Guaiac Wood, and Labdanum. Base notes: Musk, Vetiver, Benzoin, Civet, Cedar, and Coumarin.

Is Sous Bois for men or women?+

Sous Bois by Parfums Retro is designed for men.

Who created Sous Bois?+

Sous Bois was created by Hugh Spencer for Parfums Retro.

When was Sous Bois released?+

Sous Bois by Parfums Retro was launched in 2014.

What fragrances are similar to Sous Bois?+

Fragrances similar to Sous Bois include JD Sous Bois by JD Jeffrey Dame, Grand Cuir by Parfums Retro, Bois Mystique Extrait de Parfum by Houbigant, Bois Noir by Geparlys Parfums, based on shared notes and scent profile.

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