Timbuktu
woody up front, then amber, settling into warm spicy.
About
Timbuktu by L'Artisan Parfumeur is a Woody Chypre fragrance for women and men. Timbuktu was launched in 2004. The nose behind this fragrance is Bertrand Duchaufour. Top notes are Mango, Pink Pepper and Cardamom; middle notes are Incense, Papyrus and Karo Karounde; base notes are Vetiver, Myrhh, Patchouli and Benzoin.…
Nose: Bertrand Duchaufour
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More L'Artisan Parfumeur picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Timbuktu smell like?
woody up front, then amber, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: woody, amber, warm spicy.
What notes are in Timbuktu?
Top: Mango, Pink Pepper, Cardamom. Heart: Incense, Papyrus, Karo Karounde. Base: Vetiver, Myrhh, Patchouli, Benzoin.
How long does Timbuktu last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Timbuktu loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Timbuktu best for?
Fall is the top pick (34%). Spring is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Timbuktu?
Day wear leads at 69%. Night is a secondary pick at 31%.
Is Timbuktu for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 54% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Timbuktu?
Composed by Bertrand Duchaufour. Released in 2004.
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