Bois des Îles de Chanel, decant
Chanel

Bois des Îles

Eau de Toilette1926

135 MAD
  • Delivered in 24 to 48h
  • Hand-filled from the original bottle
  • Cash on delivery
2ml135 MAD

The fragrance

Created in 1926, Bois des Îles by Chanel stands as one of the earliest masterpieces of woody perfumery. The fragrance opens with a brilliant flash of sparkling aldehydes and citrus, which quickly softens into a warm, powdery heart of iris and rose. As it develops, a rich, creamy Mysore sandalwood emerges, wrapped in the cozy, gingerbread-like sweetness of benzoin and tonka bean. It wears like a luxurious cashmere shawl, offering a comforting, skin-hugging sillage rather than a loud statement. Perfect for cool autumn days, quiet evenings, or professional settings where subtle sophistication is key.

Scent pyramid

Top

  • Aldéhydes
  • Bergamote
  • Pêche

Heart

  • Iris
  • Rose
  • Gingembre

Base

  • Santal
  • Benjoin
  • Fève tonka

Decant or full bottle

The full bottle of Bois des Îles is 2,600 MAD for 75 ml, which is 35 MAD per millilitre. The 2ml decant works out at 68 MAD per millilitre, so 1.9 times more. That premium buys you roughly 5 days of wearing it properly, on your own skin, in your own climate, before you decide whether to put 2,465 MAD more on the shelf.

SizePricePrice per mlSprays
2ml135 MAD68 MAD20
5ml250 MAD50 MAD50
10ml380 MAD38 MAD100
75 mlbottle2,600 MAD35 MAD750

Estimated at 0.1 ml per spray, the average for an atomiser. The bottle price is the one observed in store in Morocco.

Original bottles

Frequently asked

What does Bois des Îles smell like?

It is a warm, powdery woody scent. It combines a very creamy sandalwood with sparkling aldehydes and a soft, spiced sweetness that resembles gingerbread.

Is this Eau de Toilette long-lasting?

Yes, despite being an Eau de Toilette, its rich base of sandalwood, amber, and tonka bean ensures excellent longevity on the skin, leaving a soft, elegant trail for hours.

Is Bois des Îles suitable for men?

Absolutely. Although originally marketed to women in 1926, its dry, woody sandalwood base makes it completely unisex and highly appreciated by men today.

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