Bohemia 265

Bohemia 265 is a 2022 fragrance from the Swiss house Maison Noir, composed by Alexandra Monet. Everyone who describes it calls it woody, about two thirds find it sweet, and a third add spice, amber and citrus. It is worn by anyone.

Bergamot and cardamom give a bright, slightly peppery opening, but the herbs set the tone: red thyme and oregano bring a dry, savoury greenness that is rare in a sweet scent. Praline and tonka bean then pull the composition towards warm, nutty sweetness. Cedar and vetiver keep it dry and rooted, while cashmeran and amberwood give a soft, musky, slightly synthetic woodiness that lingers.

The pairing of kitchen herbs with praline makes it more interesting than a simple sweet wood, and the warmth suits autumn and cooler evenings. People who want a gourmand that does not smell like confectionery should find this a thoughtful alternative.

Bohemia 265 — unisex fragrance by Maison Noir (released 2022). Notes: Amberwood, Bergamot, Cardamom, Cashmeran, Cedar, Oregano, Praline, Red Thyme, Thyme, Tonka Bean, Vetiver. — Parfica open fragrance database