Chanel Bois des Iles is a feminine woody, powdery, amber and aldehydic fragrance, released in 2007.
It opens with Aldehydes, Coriander, Neroli and Peach, a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Iris, Orris Root and Jasmine, and dries down to Sandalwood, Amber, Benzoin and Tonka Bean.
On skin it lasts around 5 hours, projects 6/10, leaves 4/10 sillage.
Looking for a cheaper dupe? See 5 scent-matched alternatives to Chanel Bois des Iles.
While marketed differently, it shares the signature sandalwood-and-spice DNA that defines the woody heart of the reference.
Chanel Bois des Iles is a feminine woody, powdery, amber and aldehydic fragrance, released in 2007. It opens with Aldehydes, Coriander, Neroli and Peach, a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Iris, Orris Root and Jasmine, and dries down to Sandalwood, Amber, Benzoin and Tonka Bean.
On skin, Chanel Bois des Iles lasts around 5 hours on skin, projects 6/10, leaves 4/10 sillage.
The closest alternative to Chanel Bois des Iles is Chanel Egoiste with an estimated similarity of 78%. AltScent tracks 5 scent-matched alternatives.
Geo. F. Trumper Sandalwood Cologne, at about $55 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 80% less than Chanel Bois des Iles.
Guerlain Samsara Eau de Parfum, at about 8h on skin, against about 5h for Chanel Bois des Iles.
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