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Elisire Hautbois
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Elisire Hautbois — woody power in an extrait concentration
Elisire Hautbois is a unisex perfume from 2024, created for those who appreciate expressive woody compositions with spicy, balsamic and slightly sweet facets.
The fragrance is released in an extrait concentration and belongs to the Collection Metallique, where the composition's density and character become part of the collection's overall aesthetic.
Hautbois was created by Clément Gavarry and Frank Salzwedel.
Their work is built on contrast: delicate floral nuances meet dry woods, honeyed warmth, smoky oud facets and the rich depth of labdanum.
Character and olfactory profile
The impression of Elisire Hautbois begins with a spicy-floral accord, but quickly becomes more voluminous and multi-layered.
Chamomile adds a soft herbal facet, ylang-ylang brings creamy florality, while cinnamon contributes a warm, slightly dry impulse.
As it unfolds, the fragrance shifts toward a honeyed woody heart.
Guaiac wood, nagarmotha, sandalwood and vetiver form a confident, textured centre: dry woody nuances, earthy depth and the smooth creaminess of sandalwood come through here.
Honey softens the composition and unites its spicy, floral and woody nuances into a cohesive accord.
The finish of Hautbois is rich and resinous. Labdanum gives the base balsamic density, patchouli adds dark earthiness, while oud and Woodleather create a deep, warm and almost leathery trail.
As a result, the fragrance feels less like a light woody composition and more like a distinctive perfume extrait with a strong character.
Sillage and occasions
Elisire Hautbois is described as having very strong sillage, making it especially suitable for cool weather, evenings and occasions when you want to emphasize your individuality.
It unfolds beautifully with an autumn-winter wardrobe, on a walk, at a formal event or during an intimate gathering, when a rich composition feels appropriate and expressive.
This is a unisex perfume without a strict association with either masculine or feminine olfactory territory.
On some skin, honey, ylang-ylang and sandalwood will stand out more; on others, oud, patchouli, vetiver and Woodleather will be more prominent. It is therefore worth trying the fragrance on skin before buying a full-size bottle.
The manufacturer has not provided precise recommendations for the number of sprays on skin or clothing; given the extrait concentration and very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with a minimal amount.
The fragrance's place in the brand's history
Elisire is a perfume house founded in 2015 in sunny Arizona.
Its aesthetic combines the American dream with European perfumery, and Hautbois demonstrates this approach well: the fragrance is bold and expansive, while still showing close attention to the nuances of its ingredients.
The release significantly broadens the perception of the brand's woody style.
It makes no attempt to blend into unobtrusive everyday wear: Hautbois is intended for admirers of dense, long-lasting and distinctive fragrances that gradually unfold on the skin and leave a memorable impression.
Similar fragrances
Those drawn to rich oriental-woody compositions with a pronounced presence of resins, leather and oud may want to explore The Spirit of Dubai Majalis, The Spirit of Dubai Turath and Nabeel Mukhallat Malaki.
They offer an opportunity to compare different interpretations of a dense unisex profile and choose the direction that best suits your personal style.
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