Bois Doré Van Cleef & Arpels 2017

I am not exaggerating when I say that this fragrance smells, not just metaphorically, of golden wood.
Bois Doré is one of those fragrances that takes me to another place and it's an experience every time.

The perfume transports you to a forest where different laws apply. The scent of earthy forest floor, fresh mist and fir trees is nowhere to be found here. In this place, the finest woods grow on gilded stones that are constantly warmed by the light of the sun. Here you can see vanilla orchids wherever you look. The air is not fresh and yet it is good. It smells of a carefree life, of the finest raw materials and great love.
The whole forest is flooded with a golden glow. It is almost as if the radiance emanates from the forest itself, as if it were a sacred forest. Yes - this is Bois Doré.

This is where the mild spiciness of pepper meets the most sensual scent of all - vanilla.
This combination is truly nothing new and yet it always comes as a surprise and is downright intoxicating. Bois Doré combines the aphrodisiac effect of vanilla and tonka bean with the tingling kick of pepper. This love story is surrounded by woods that bring calm and clarity into play. The woods give the fragrance expression and character, while the sweet players provide the "falling in love" effect.

A velvety soft fragrance that will give you a holy glow. All I can say is - bring it on