WS-S-1992

Feminite du Bois

1992Men

warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into fruity.

Feminite du Bois by Shiseido is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women. Feminite du Bois was launched in 1992. Feminite du Bois was created by Pierre Bourdon and Christopher Sheldrake. Top notes are Cedar, Cinnamon, Honey, Ginger, Carnation and Rose; middle notes are Plum, Cloves, Beeswax, Cardamom, Peach, Violet and…

warm spicy woody fruity sweet

Noses: Pierre Bourdon · Christopher Sheldrake

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Cedar, Cinnamon, Honey, Ginger, Carnation, Rose
Heart· 2–4h
Plum, Cloves, Beeswax, Cardamom, Peach, Violet, Orange Blossom
Drydown· 6h+
Cedar, Cinnamon, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Vanilla, Musk

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

74%

54%

41%

40%

37%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall43%Winter38%Spring11%Summer7%Night53%Day47%Wears female41%

Skin 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 Shiseido picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Feminite du Bois smell like?

warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into fruity. Dominant accords: warm spicy, woody, fruity.

What notes are in Feminite du Bois?

Top: Cedar, Cinnamon, Honey, Ginger, Carnation, Rose. Heart: Plum, Cloves, Beeswax, Cardamom, Peach, Violet, Orange Blossom. Base: Cedar, Cinnamon, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Vanilla, Musk.

How long does Feminite du Bois last?

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

Is Feminite du Bois loud?

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

What season is Feminite du Bois best for?

Fall is the top pick (43%). Winter is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Feminite du Bois?

Night wear leads at 53%. Day is a secondary pick at 47%.

Is Feminite du Bois for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 41% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Feminite du Bois?

Composed by Pierre Bourdon and Christopher Sheldrake. Released in 1992.