Leather
Woody
Notescedarwoodcypriollabdanumleatherpatchoulirosesaffronsandalwood
Tags
#animalic
#beast
Style
unisex
This is a scent that turns on the chameleon nature of cypriol, an aromatic plant that pulses between vetiver, frankincense and oud. Patchouli ramps up the rich, almost-fruity woodiness, but it’s saffron that puts its leathery stamp on this eau de parfum. A syrupy rose emerges from around the edges.
Parfumeur : Émilie Bouge
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
An evening conversation at close quarters, with a wool coat still carrying the chill from outside. Saffron and smoky woods give the wearer a firm presence; the rose keeps that dark, leathery impression from feeling entirely austere.
How to wear
Its smoky woods and resinous warmth suggest cooler weather. Start with one or two sprays on skin beneath clothing, allowing the rose and saffron to emerge without crowding the surrounding air. In warmer conditions or close indoor settings, apply more sparingly.
Who it’s for
For those drawn to animalic woods, dry leather effects and saffron rather than sweet spice. It suits a taste for textured, assertive compositions in which rose softens the structure without turning it into a predominantly floral perfume.
Release year
2019 (or 2018)
The nose
Émilie Bouge is a perfumer associated with the Grasse-based house Charabot, part of Robertet. Her work spans niche and international perfumery, with a particular fluency in woods, spices and rich oriental compositions. In Oud Safran, she balances the woody, leathery facets of saffron against a smoky oud accord, using rose to soften its darker contours.
La Closerie’s story
La Closerie des Parfums builds its compositions around a precious base material enhanced by spices from around the world. Founded by Valérie Madrid, the house draws on the sensory intimacy of Parisian gardens and her Bordeaux roots, seeking a balance in which contrasting materials reveal one another rather than compete.
Oud Safran’s concept
Oud Safran explores the affinity between saffron and oud: the spice's woody, gently leathery facets brighten the accord, while rose softens its smoky depth. Its creative imagery casts saffron as a purple glow over dark woods, giving the composition lift without removing its animalic character.
Extra info
Despite its name, oud is not listed separately in the official note pyramid; the composition has been described as using a reconstructed oud accord. Cypriol, patchouli and sandalwood help shape its woody character, while rose and saffron appear together at the opening.
Notescedarwoodcypriollabdanumleatherpatchoulirosesaffronsandalwood
Tags
#animalic
#beast
Style
unisex
This is a scent that turns on the chameleon nature of cypriol, an aromatic plant that pulses between vetiver, frankincense and oud. Patchouli ramps up the rich, almost-fruity woodiness, but it’s saffron that puts its leathery stamp on this eau de parfum. A syrupy rose emerges from around the edges.
Parfumeur : Émilie Bouge
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
An evening conversation at close quarters, with a wool coat still carrying the chill from outside. Saffron and smoky woods give the wearer a firm presence; the rose keeps that dark, leathery impression from feeling entirely austere.
How to wear
Its smoky woods and resinous warmth suggest cooler weather. Start with one or two sprays on skin beneath clothing, allowing the rose and saffron to emerge without crowding the surrounding air. In warmer conditions or close indoor settings, apply more sparingly.
Who it’s for
For those drawn to animalic woods, dry leather effects and saffron rather than sweet spice. It suits a taste for textured, assertive compositions in which rose softens the structure without turning it into a predominantly floral perfume.
Release year
2019 (or 2018)
The nose
Émilie Bouge is a perfumer associated with the Grasse-based house Charabot, part of Robertet. Her work spans niche and international perfumery, with a particular fluency in woods, spices and rich oriental compositions. In Oud Safran, she balances the woody, leathery facets of saffron against a smoky oud accord, using rose to soften its darker contours.
La Closerie’s story
La Closerie des Parfums builds its compositions around a precious base material enhanced by spices from around the world. Founded by Valérie Madrid, the house draws on the sensory intimacy of Parisian gardens and her Bordeaux roots, seeking a balance in which contrasting materials reveal one another rather than compete.
Oud Safran’s concept
Oud Safran explores the affinity between saffron and oud: the spice's woody, gently leathery facets brighten the accord, while rose softens its smoky depth. Its creative imagery casts saffron as a purple glow over dark woods, giving the composition lift without removing its animalic character.
Extra info
Despite its name, oud is not listed separately in the official note pyramid; the composition has been described as using a reconstructed oud accord. Cypriol, patchouli and sandalwood help shape its woody character, while rose and saffron appear together at the opening.