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The house of Franck Boclet gifted the world with Ashes in 2016. A unisex fragrance belonging to the amber, east, spicy, and wood families. Perfumer Franck Boclet poured every ounce of mastery into this one. By character, it falls into the ambery, balsamic, and green groups. The palette of this fragrance is exceptionally rich: traces of musk and wood can also be found — a rare combination that makes this perfume truly one of a kind. Released in eau de parfum.
The longevity is high — this one will stay with you for the long haul. Made in France. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The composition of Ashes evolves as a layered story, where notes flow without rush and without gaps. The creative approach of Franck Boclet is evident from the opening to the final trail. Every decision feels deliberate, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de parfum supports the depth and body this composition needs.
As soon as the fragrance opens you sense cardamom-peppery top notes: Clove and Wormwood. These 2 notes shape piquant dynamism that gives the fragrance a clear opening statement.
In the heart you detect Atlas Cedar, Guaiac wood, Patchouli and Virginian Cedar keeping a velvety sandalwood direction.
The accord architecture rests on these accords: Balsamic, Musc, Wood and Amber forming a compact and readable structure. Additional accords such as Spicy add depth to the backdrop. The stylistic positioning is unisex, which makes the scent profile easier to read.
From the group perspective the profile is anchored in Ambery, Balsamic, Green and Musk. The palette also extends to Wood, Spicy and Gourmet.
Taken together Ashes sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, and the base secures the trail. These are the scent structures best judged on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Franck Boclet |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://franckboclet.com |
| Year of production | 2016 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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