Opus XVI Timber

In everyday terms

Cypress and cardamom over lavender and fir balsam with sandalwood and cedarwood.

Cypress

Green, fresh and resinous, like evergreen trees

Cardamom

Cool, warm spice, like Arabian coffee or spiced tea

Juniper

Sharp, piney berries, like the smell of gin

Pink Pepper

Light, fruity pepper with a gentle sparkle

Cocoa

Chocolatey, like a spoon of Milo or Bournvita powder

Lavender

Clean and herbal, like lavender air freshener or soap

Fir Balsam

Sweet, resinous pine, like a Christmas tree

Incense

Smoky and spiritual, like church incense at Mass

Sandalwood

Creamy, smooth wood, like sandalwood soap

Cedarwood

Dry, clean wood, like fresh pencil shavings or a new wooden wardrobe

Patchouli

Earthy and dark, like damp soil in a forest

Vanilla

Sweet and creamy, like vanilla ice cream or custard

How it wears

In Nigerian heat, most perfumes project more but fade faster. Spray some on your clothes to make it last longer.