Bois Dore

Bois Dore, a Warm Woody Oriental

Van Cleef & Arpels Bois Dore is a warm woody oriental from the Collection Extraordinaire. Our version keeps that feel, opening with black pepper and mineral notes before a cedar, vanilla, and almond heart settles over tonka bean, teak wood, and musk.

The Story Behind the Scent

Van Cleef & Arpels built Bois Dore around a contrast of cool mineral darkness and creamy sweetness, all smooth woods and soft vanilla. The idea was quiet, golden luxury.

That warm creaminess is its appeal. The black pepper and mineral notes give it a cool edge, the cedar and vanilla add a creamy warmth, and the tonka and teak keep it smooth. Our interpretation follows that same refined path.

How Our Version Compares to the Original

The original is a niche scent. Here is how our version compares.

Who It’s For

This is for anyone who loves warm, creamy, refined woody scents. Smooth and unisex, it works day or night and suits cooler weather.

Notes

Top notes: Black Pepper, mineral notes

Heart notes: Cedar, Vanilla, Almond

Base notes: Tonka Bean, Teak Wood, Musk

How it Smells

It opens cool and dry, with black pepper and mineral notes.

The heart is creamy and warm, with cedar, vanilla, and almond.

The base is smooth and rich, with tonka bean, teak wood, and musk giving a lasting finish.

Common Questions

What does Bois Dore smell like?

It is a warm woody oriental. Cool black pepper opens it, creamy cedar and vanilla fill the heart, and a smooth tonka and teak base rounds it off.

Is this the same as the Van Cleef & Arpels original?

No. This is our own interpretation made to capture the feel of the original. It is not produced by or affiliated with Van Cleef & Arpels.

How long does it last?

Built at up to 40% perfume oil, it is long lasting while keeping its warm character.

What size is the bottle?

You can choose between 50 ml and 100 ml, both made in the EU as an eau de parfum concentration.

Is it for men or women?

It is unisex, suited to anyone who loves warm woody scents.

When should I wear it?

It is at its best in autumn and winter and for evenings.

Disclaimer

Van Cleef & Arpels and Bois Dore are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Van Cleef & Arpels in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.