Score

76/100

Dior Bois Talisman

2025Francis Kurkdjian

“Smoke and sugared cedar — Dior's winter unisex, linear by design.”

Bois Talisman

vanilla

smoky

woody

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The take

What works

●Vanilla-cedarwood smoky refined French autumn-winter unisex
●Versatile sophisticated daily wear

Trade-offs

●Derivative of Margiela By The Fireplace
●Poor value with reduced bottle size

Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity

5–7 hours

Projection

Arm's length

Sillage

Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Daytime works too. Unisex.

When

Spring, 28%
Summer, 10%
Fall, 97%, best
Winter, 100%, best
Day, 48%, works
Night, 89%, best

Occasions

Date nightNight out

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bois Talisman smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Maison Martin Margiela Replica By the Fireplace, Lattafa Perfumes Ameer Al Oudh Intense Oud, Lattafa Perfumes Raghba Wood Intense. Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Bois Talisman last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear Bois Talisman?

Bois Talisman is best in fall and winter, at night. Daytime works too. It suits date nights and nights out.

Is Bois Talisman worth it?

At this price, fine — with caveats. Vanilla-cedarwood smoky refined French autumn-winter unisex. Versatile sophisticated daily wear.