Note
All 6 fragrances on The Scent Atlas featuring this note, sorted by community rating.
This fragrance note evokes the rich, earthy aroma of a forest, capturing the essence of sturdy trees and the soft, moist ground beneath. It offers a warm, woody scent with nuances of resin and a hint of smokiness, creating an inviting and grounding experience. Oakwood embodies a sense of strength and stability, imparting a comforting yet luxurious character to any perfume. It is often found in the warm and spicy, woody, and oriental fragrance families, where it serves as a robust base note that lends depth and complexity. In compositions, it typically anchors the lighter and fresher notes, helping to create a harmonious blend. The scent can evoke imagery of a sun-drenched forest or the serenity of a woodland retreat, making it a popular choice in both men’s and unisex fragrances. Its versatility allows it to shine in both contemporary and classic scents, where it enriches the overall olfactory experience by weaving together the various elements of the perfume story.
6 fragrances · 6 brands · £19–£55

This fragrance note evokes the rich, earthy aroma of a forest, capturing the essence of sturdy trees and the soft, moist ground beneath. It offers a warm, woody scent with nuances of resin and a hint of smokiness, creating an inviting and grounding experience. Oakwood embodies a sense of strength and stability, imparting a comforting yet luxurious character to any perfume. It is often found in the warm and spicy, woody, and oriental fragrance families, where it serves as a robust base note that lends depth and complexity. In compositions, it typically anchors the lighter and fresher notes, helping to create a harmonious blend. The scent can evoke imagery of a sun-drenched forest or the serenity of a woodland retreat, making it a popular choice in both men’s and unisex fragrances. Its versatility allows it to shine in both contemporary and classic scents, where it enriches the overall olfactory experience by weaving together the various elements of the perfume story.
The top rated options are Fragrance World Coffee Collection Irish Coffee (7.8/10) and French Avenue Enigma Deux (7.1/10).
6 brands are represented, including Atralia, Fragrance World, French Avenue, RiiFFS, Street Origins and Swiss Arabian.
Prices range between £19 and £55 on The Scent Atlas, correct as of the current catalogue.