Un Bois Vanille by Serge Lutens

for women and men

Serge Lutens Un Bois Vanille is an Oriental vanilla with woody amber depth, made for anyone who wants sweet warmth with a darker, grown-up edge.

Un Bois Vanille by Serge Lutens

Un Bois Vanille by Serge Lutens

3.3 oz EDP Spray
$219.00 USD
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Un Bois Vanille by Serge Lutens
  • Un Bois Vanille by Serge Lutens
Un Bois Vanille by Serge Lutens
$219.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

Serge Lutens Un Bois Vanille is a rich Oriental vanilla that trades sugary dessert vibes for something warmer, woodier, and more mature. The mix of almond, coconut milk, beeswax, and sandalwood gives it a creamy, slightly resinous feel with real depth. Best for Fall and Winter nights, it suits dressier settings, date nights, and anyone who wants a sweet fragrance that still feels serious and distinctive on skin.

Accords

Vanilla
Sweet
Woody
Amber
Powdery
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A Scent For

This fits someone who enjoys vanilla but wants it to feel deeper, darker, and more composed than a casual everyday gourmand. It suits confident wearers who like warmth, softness, and a little edge, whether they dress up often or just want their evening scent to feel more intentional. Many wearers describe it as a grown-up vanilla. Not the best pick if you want a crisp fresh scent or a barely-there office option.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Winter
Winter

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

Think cool evenings, Fall dinners, winter events, date nights, and formal settings where a richer scent feels appropriate. Its sweet ambery warmth makes the most sense after dark, especially when you want something cozy with presence but not a room-filling trail. In hot weather, it can feel too dense and sweet, and it is less convincing for gym use, casual daytime errands, or tight workspaces where lighter fragrances usually land better.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Bitter Almond
Bitter Almond
Coconut Milk
Coconut Milk
Licorice
Licorice

Middle Notes

Beeswax
Beeswax
Black Vanilla
Black Vanilla
Sandalwood
Sandalwood

Base Notes

Benzoin
Benzoin
Caramel
Caramel
Guaiac Wood
Guaiac Wood
Tonka Bean
Tonka Bean
Vanilla
Vanilla

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Creamy sweetness shows up right away, but it does not feel playful or candy-like. The almond and coconut milk give it a soft, milky texture, while licorice adds a darker twist that keeps the vanilla from turning simple. There is a warm, slightly waxy richness from beeswax that makes the scent feel dressed up from the start. Overall, it lands as sweet, cozy, and confident rather than bright or airy.
How it develops

As it settles, the fragrance gets smoother and woodier without losing that plush vanilla core. Sandalwood brings a creamy dry wood effect, while benzoin and tonka add a golden, slightly powdery warmth that reads richer than fresh. Guaiac wood keeps the sweetness grounded, so it stays full and sensual instead of sticky. On skin, it remains noticeable and long-lasting, with a steady presence that feels intimate rather than overwhelming.
History

Released in 2003, Un Bois Vanille sits in Serge Lutens' more characterful, artistic side of perfumery rather than mainstream sweet fragrance territory. It is a unisex Oriental built around vanilla, woods, and amber warmth, with Christopher Sheldrake shaping it into something more grown-up than a typical sugary comfort scent. That positioning still makes sense today if you want sweetness with depth.
Perfumier

Christopher Sheldrake

Country of Origin

France
Year Created

2003

Our Verdict

Buy it if you want vanilla with real depth: creamy, woody, sweet, and clearly more mature than a simple dessert scent. Skip it if you need something fresh, casual, or light enough for heat and close office wear.

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