301 Sandalwood, Amber, Cardamom Bon Parfumeur by Bon Parfumeur

301 Sandalwood, Amber, Cardamom Bon Parfumeur

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2017

At a glance

Is 301 Sandalwood, Amber, Cardamom Bon Parfumeur worth trying?

301 sandalwood, amber, cardamom by Bon Parfumeur is a Woody Spicy fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
woody, warm spicy, aromatic with Cardamom, Cypress, Cumin
woody warm spicy aromatic

The first impression

301 sandalwood, amber, cardamom by Bon Parfumeur is a Woody Spicy fragrance for women and men. 301 sandalwood, amber, cardamom was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Nathalie Koobus. Top notes are Cardamom, Cypress, Cumin, Thyme and Ylang-Ylang; middle notes are Cedar, Coconut Nectar and Jasmine; base notes are Sandalwood, Amber, Benzoin and Patchouli.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%
warm spicy 85%
aromatic 70%
amber 60%
powdery 50%
fresh spicy 40%
coconut 35%

The perfumer behind it

Nathalie Koobus

Nathalie Koobus

Nathalie Koobus is a South African-born perfumer based in France, known for her work with Bon Parfumeur and Molton Brown. She created several fragrances for Bon Parfumeur's numbered collection, including citrus, tea, and woody accords. Her portfolio also includes Bushukan and Juniper Jazz for Molton Brown, as well as Admirabilis for La Manufacture, reflecting a clean and modern aesthetic.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Cardamom Cardamom
Cypress Cypress
Cumin Cumin
Thyme Thyme
Ylang-Ylang Ylang-Ylang

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Cedar Cedar
Coconut Nectar Coconut Nectar
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Sandalwood Sandalwood
Amber Amber
Benzoin Benzoin
Patchouli Patchouli

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of 301 Sandalwood, Amber, Cardamom Bon Parfumeur

Essence

The Alchemist transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, blending elements to reveal hidden harmony. This fragrance’s sandalwood and amber base suggests a mastery of depth, while the cardamom and cumin top notes spark with experimentation. The coconut nectar middle is their wildcard-a surprise that proves their genius.

Style & Aesthetic

They wear rich textures-velvet blazers, hammered silver rings, and boots that have trekked through bazaars. The benzoin’s resinous glow mirrors their love of gilded manuscripts and apothecary cabinets. Their space is a laboratory of curiosities, where every object has a story.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the power of synthesis, that opposites can unite to create something greater. The cedar’s austerity balanced by ylang-ylang’s decadence reflects their mantra: "Constraint fuels invention." To them, beauty lies in the tension between discipline and abandon.

Relationships

They attract fellow creatives, though their intensity can overwhelm the timid. The jasmine middle note reveals a fleeting tenderness, but the patchouli base warns they’re not one to be tamed. Lovers are drawn to their magnetism but may struggle to keep pace with their restless spirit.

Lifestyle

Their days are a series of experiments-brewing tinctures, sketching inventions, or rearranging furniture at midnight. The thyme and cypress notes speak to their love of nocturnal productivity, when the world sleeps and their mind blazes brightest.

Shadow

Their thirst for transformation can border on obsession, the amber’s warmth threatening to smolder unchecked. The cumin’s animalic edge hints at a darkness they sometimes court too recklessly, mistaking danger for inspiration.

Conclusion

301 Sandalwood, Amber, Cardamom is a potion in a bottle, a scent for those who see the world as raw material. It suits the Alchemist whose hands are always stained with ink or spice, forever chasing the sublime collision of elements.

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