Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo: Notes, Longevity and Review

Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo smells like cool spice melting into creamy, powdery woods. Created by Michel Girard in 2014, the name means winter wood, and this unisex Eau de Parfum captures exactly that feeling of crisp air over warm timber.

What Does Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo Smell Like?

The opening is lively and polished. Pink pepper gives a bright, rosy sparkle while cardamom adds a noble, slightly sweet spice that feels tailored and precise. It smells like stepping out into cold, clean air. The heart softens the edges with white cedar extract, powdery heliotrope and delicate cyclamen, a combination that is smooth, modern and quietly elegant. There is a gentle almond-like sweetness from the heliotrope that makes the woods feel plush. In the base, sandalwood and patchouli bring creamy depth, while cypriol adds a smoky whisper and musk leaves a clean, powdery finish. The overall effect is refined and comforting, a winter forest rendered in cashmere. The powdery woods make it especially pleasant worn under a winter coat.

Notes, Concentration, and Performance

Bois d'Hiver is an Eau de Parfum. It wears for around seven to nine hours with moderate projection that stays elegant rather than loud. The sandalwood and musk base clings well to knitwear and coats. It is one of the house's most versatile compositions, comfortable in the office and polished enough for the evening.

  • Top: cardamom, pink pepper
  • Heart: white cedar extract, heliotrope, cyclamen
  • Base: patchouli, sandalwood, musk, cypriol

Best For

Autumn and winter are its seasons, and it works for both day and evening wear, from the office to dinner. Its clean woody profile makes it a reliable cold-weather signature. Related house scents include Blue Talisman by Ex Nihilo and Amber Sky by Ex Nihilo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo mean?
It is French for winter wood, reflecting its cool spice and warm timber character.

How long does Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo last?
Seven to nine hours is typical, with the sandalwood and musk drydown lasting longest.

Is Bois d'Hiver by Ex Nihilo unisex?
Yes, the house positions it for women and men, and the balanced spice and woods suit anyone.

Bois d'Hiver is stocked for fragrance lovers worldwide at DNA Perfumo.

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