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Folkwinds Poison Ivy
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Folkwinds Poison Ivy — the character and story of the fragrance
Folkwinds Poison Ivy is a unisex extrait de parfum released in 2025 by the American brand Folkwinds.
It is an expressive composition for those who enjoy unexpected combinations, rich accords and fragrances with a distinctive personality.
The name Poison Ivy suggests an encounter with something both alluring and slightly dangerous, yet the fragrance does not develop along just one path.
Its character blends floral softness, green freshness, juicy fruitiness and a deep woody-spicy base.
As a result, the perfume feels multilayered and can unfold differently on the skin depending on the weather, application and individual skin chemistry.
Poison Ivy was created by perfumer Jono Bornstein.
His signature approach is expressed here through the contrast between airy florals and dense, almost resinous nuances: delicate petals gradually give way to dry hay, tobacco, musk, sandalwood and oud.
Development and mood
Poison Ivy opens brightly and with impressive volume: juicy apple is softened by a sweet sugar accord, while rose and linden blossom lend the composition a transparent floral quality.
Grey amber adds warm minerality and immediately highlights the fragrance’s high concentration.
As it develops, the green and floral nuances become more pronounced.
Mint and lavender freshen the composition, blue lotus creates a cool aquatic effect, while frangipani, sambac jasmine and honeysuckle make the heart creamy, sunny and seductive.
Rose maintains the connection between the fresh opening and the rich floral heart.
The finish is deep, warm and memorable.
Champaca and liatris add floral spice to the base, hay contributes a dry, herbaceous texture, while spices, tobacco and oud form a dense woody-spicy framework.
Musk and sandalwood smooth the transitions, leaving a soft yet highly noticeable trail on the skin.
Wearability and sillage
Poison Ivy is presented as a unisex fragrance and does not require association with any particular gendered style.
It will appeal to those who appreciate expressive floral compositions with green, fruity and woody nuances, as well as those who enjoy a perfume that noticeably changes throughout the day.
Its sillage is described as very strong, making the fragrance especially suitable for cool weather, evenings, formal occasions and situations where you want to make your presence felt.
For the office or a small space, it is best to start with a minimal number of sprays and assess the intensity gradually.
Exact recommendations for applying it to skin and clothing have not been provided.
No other concentrations of Poison Ivy have been announced, so it is impossible to compare it with EDT, EDP or extrait versions within the same line.
Its place in the Folkwinds style
Folkwinds is a US perfume brand, and Poison Ivy demonstrates its interest in rich, unusual and emotionally cohesive compositions.
The release combines recognizable floral motifs with an unconventional green-woody contrast, making it potentially appealing to fans of niche perfumery and complex fragrance stories.
If you would like to explore a similar mood and expansive character, take a look at The Spirit of Dubai Turath.
This style will be especially appealing to those seeking intense compositions with noticeable sillage, rich texture and a striking presentation.
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