WS-BL-2016

Lignum Vitae

2016unisex

citrus up front, then fresh spicy, settling into aromatic.

Lignum Vitae by BeauFort London is a fragrance for women and men. Lignum Vitae was launched in 2016. Top notes are Biscuit, Citron, Sea Notes, Lime, Ginger, Caramel, Bergamot, Juniper, Black Pepper, Red Fruits, Mandarin Orange and Olibanum; middle notes are Pepper, Guaiac Wood, Agarwood (Oud) and Vetiver; base notes…

citrus fresh spicy aromatic marine

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Biscuit, Citron, Sea Notes, Lime, Ginger, Caramel, Bergamot, Juniper, Black Pepper, Red Fruits, Mandarin Orange, Olibanum
Heart· 2–4h
Pepper, Guaiac Wood, Agarwood (Oud), Vetiver
Drydown· 6h+
Sea Salt, Vanilla, Oakmoss, Sand, Olibanum, Amber, Musk

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

67%

50%

47%

45%

43%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall30%Spring28%Summer26%Winter16%Day68%Night32%Wears unisex73%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More BeauFort London picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Lignum Vitae smell like?

citrus up front, then fresh spicy, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: citrus, fresh spicy, aromatic.

What notes are in Lignum Vitae?

Top: Biscuit, Citron, Sea Notes, Lime, Ginger, Caramel, Bergamot, Juniper, Black Pepper, Red Fruits, Mandarin Orange, Olibanum. Heart: Pepper, Guaiac Wood, Agarwood (Oud), Vetiver. Base: Sea Salt, Vanilla, Oakmoss, Sand, Olibanum, Amber, Musk.

How long does Lignum Vitae last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Lignum Vitae loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Lignum Vitae best for?

Fall is the top pick (30%). Spring is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Lignum Vitae?

Day wear leads at 68%. Night is a secondary pick at 32%.

Is Lignum Vitae for men or women?

Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 73% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.