Perfumes for the Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025 + 3 You Should Be Wearing Giveaway

Perfumes for Chinese New Year 2025 Wood Snake 

Perfumes for the Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025 collage by Rachel

 The lunar New Year (aka Chinese New Year) begins midnight on January 29th. 2025  and is the year of the wood snake, a combination known for wisdom, patience, and mystery. Strategic thinking and analytic skills are the talents of the cool and calculating snake personality. Combined with the warm growth, stability and creativity of wood, 2025 looks to be a year of introspection, renewal and positive transformations. The snake’s calm ability to adapt to new environments and challenges speaks to serpentine patience and transformative energy. Elegant and charming, snake personalities carry an air of mystery. Famous wood snakes include Stephen Hawking, Mahatma Gandhi, and Audrey Hepburn.

Chinese New Year in Hong Kong 2025

 My Family Time in Hong Kong, collage by Rachel K. Ng

My own family celebrated an early get together for Chinese New Year in Hong Kong this year. We were reminded to take care of some traditional practices to help ensure a lucky 2025. Starting on January 29th, and for the following 15 days, good luck comes from the following: postpone your haircut or you’ll cut your wealth for the coming year, refrain from sweeping the floor or you might accidentally sweep out 2025’s good luck, and don’t buy new shoes until after 15 days or you might bring extra stress into 2025. To add extra beauty and luxury into your life in 2025, I suggest trying three Perfumes for the Year of the Wood Snake 2025.

House of Bo Bombon Perfumes for Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025

Perfumes for the Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025 House of Bō Bombón photo by Rachel K. Ng

The House of Bo Bombón (Honorine Blanc): The harmonious energy of the Wood Snake will make 2025 an ideal year for strengthening bonds with loved ones. The year will encourage empathy, deep communication, and mutual understanding, fostering stronger personal connections. A spicy gourmand is definitely on order for the year of the wood snake. House of Bō’ Bombón by Honorine Blanc is a spicy take on a sweet gourmand fragrance. The pink pepper and cognac fire of the fragrance makes an unusual and kinetic pairing with its sweet marshmallow and caramel layers. Friendships will flourish and family unity will deepen, perhaps a chance to find peaceful resolutions for past conflicts. Spray some of this spicy gourmand energy to find connection in the year of the wood snake. Notes: lychee, lily of the valley, white saffron, pink pepper, marshmallow, caramel, birch, cognac, Ambrox®

 

Perfumes for the Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025 Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere

Perfumes for the Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025 Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere, Photo by Rachel

Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere (Guiseppe Imprezzabile): Meo Fusciuni creates the charming and elegant aura of the wood snake, wise yet introspective and wrapped in a warm woodiness. Sophisticated and moody mauve florals open the fragrance with lithe muguet lift. There is a special elegance and mystery to the wood snake that the powdery iris and layered depth of  Viole Nere shows beautifully. At first glance, the fragrance is soft and sophisticated, but with time it shows its intelligent, smoky structure with spice and frankincense spark. The wood snake has an aspect to their personality that is introspective and connected to nature, as Viole Nere is both complex and softly introspective. Notes: cassis, cognac, violet, iris, lily of the valley, jasmine, rose, ylang, vetiver, frankincense, sandalwood, patchouli, oakmoss, vanilla, musk

Perfumes for the Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025 Kajal Noir

Perfumes for the Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025 collage by Rachel

Kajal Lamar Noir (Patrick Muller): Within the Chinese zodiac, the snake is known for its ability to shed its skin, symbolizing personal growth and a continuous process of renewal. In 2025, this strategic and introspective nature is complemented by the element of wood, which fosters growth, balance, and connection with nature. Kajal Lamar Noir, by perfumer Patrick Muller is a take on these more animal aspects of 2025’s wood snake. A complex fragrance that imagines a lush tropical environment, Kajal Lamar Noir opens with tropical fruit and saffron sweetness. The same rose from the original Kajal Lamar is found in the heart, but this time it is paired with a sultry violet, adding a touch of wood snake elegance. A leather accord gives a nod to animal skin and dark spices deepen the intrigue. Lamar Noir is a fragrance to wear when you want to evoke the wood snake’s gift for strategic thinking, ability to adapt to any environment, and transformative energy. Notes: bergamot, green apple, fruit notes, violets balsamic accord, vanilla, caramel, geranium, rose, floral notes, leather, oud, guaiac wood, sandalwood, cashmere, musk, amber, woody notes, moss.

 Bottles my own, opinions my own

~ Rachel K. Ng, Editor

Kajal Lamar Noir and Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere for Chinese New year 2025

Perfumes for the Year of the Wood Snake 2025 Giveaway

Thanks to the generosity of Meo Fusciuni we have 100 ml of Viole Nere for one registered reader in the EU and USA. You must register or your entry will not count.

With gratitude to Moe Khalaf of Kajal  for 100 ml KAJAL LAMAR Noir for a registered reader in EU, UK or US ONLY.

To be eligible, please leave a quality comment about what appeals to you about each fragrance and your thoughts on the year of the Wood Snake, where you live and your choice should you win. Draw closes January 29, 2025.

Senior Editor Karl Topham’s 2023 Water Rabbit selections here and my 2024 Year of the Dragon selections here.

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39 comments

  • Scentofme says:

    Intriguing suggestions for the Year of the Wood Snake 2025. May all be blessed and happy. The House of Bo Bombón is created by the talented perfumer Honorine Blanc. The lychee and cognac notes sound interesting. Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere sounds like a mysterious and complex scent by Guiseppe Imprezzabile who is very creative. Kajal Lamar Noir has amazing bottle design typical for this beautiful brand. Tropical fruitiness with animalic leather accord and dark spices sound appealing to me. I would like to win Lamar Noir. From EU.

  • Julia.111 says:

    Once I discovered it is the year of a snake in 2025, I was intrigued by the fact, how many brands / products and events & visuals are going to be themed with it. Snake is one of my favorite animals, sparking curiosity yet being little bit scary. I think these aspects describe Kajal’s perfume; looking dark and mysterious with a sense of curiosity. Noir says it all.

    Living in Finland. My choice is Kajal.

  • Scentlogue says:

    This is such a beautifully written post, and the idea of tying fragrances to the introspective, transformative energy of the Wood Snake year is absolutely fascinating!

    Each fragrance here seems to embody a different facet of the Wood Snake personality, making them all so intriguing in their own way:

    House of Bō Bombón immediately caught my attention for its unique mix of spicy pink pepper and sweet marshmallow. I love gourmand scents with a bit of fire, and the idea of a fragrance that fosters connection and warmth feels so aligned with the energy of 2025.

    Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere is the one that speaks to me the most. The combination of powdery florals, smoky spice, and that introspective elegance perfectly reflects the wisdom and mystery of the Wood Snake. It feels like a scent that would be grounding yet full of depth—a perfect match for personal growth in 2025.

    Kajal Lamar Noir sounds like pure magic! The tropical fruits mixed with leather and dark spices create such a lush, sensual vibe. I can almost imagine how it evokes the snake’s adaptability and strength while staying sophisticated and powerful.

    The Wood Snake’s themes of transformation, patience, and growth are such a positive inspiration for the year ahead. If I’m lucky enough to win, I would definitely choose Viole Nere, as it feels closest to my own vision for 2025—calm, thoughtful, and deeply connected.

    EU

  • Barber82 says:

    If like Rachel K.Ng says The Wood Snake Chinese New Year brings renewal and positive transformations I’m all for it.

    “Starting on January 29th, and for the following 15 days, good luck comes from the following: postpone your haircut or you’ll cut your wealth for the coming year…”

    Lol
    I know two of the brands Meo Fusciuni and Kajal, The House of Bo is new to me. I’d gladly wear all Bombón, Viole Nere and Lamar Noir.
    Bonbón is a spicy gourmand with caramel layers.
    Viole Nere is warm and woody fragrance with connections to the nature.
    Kajal is a great brand, and if I have to guess based on what I learned from Rachel K.Ng Lamar Noir is cold weather daring yet alluring leather and sultry violet variation of Lamar , reimagined by Moe Khalaf and Patrick Müller to be more edgy. As usual the whole presentation is top notch.Homme I is staple of mine , I’m on my 5th bottle now , Homme II i also own and my choice would be Lamar Noir
    Thanks to all involved
    Germany

  • Danniel says:

    These are all appealing fragrances with their various degrees of dark and or spicy notes. I’ve sampled both Viole Nere and Lamar Noir and while both would make for a fine addition to my collection I would be happy to win Viole Nere. I hope the year of the wood snake will be kinder than last year was. I’m in the USA

  • Phillip_Barkley says:

    Greetings everyone
    Interesting cultural introduction with the Year of the Wood Snake , I like learning new things even if I’m not exactly a zodiac believer. What I do believe in, is rational actions like strategic thinking, analytic skills and patience.
    I’m not aware of The House of Bo, the gourmand energy of Bonbon with cognac and pink pepper i find attractive.
    Mauve florals and warm woodiness Viole Nere is complex and softly introspective at the same time.
    Lamar Noir name Black (liquid) gold name is well suited for the Wood Snake Chinese New Year. Black gold looks edgy and stylish, giving jewelry a fresh and modern look that yellow gold can’t provide , exactly what Moe Khalaf and Patrick Müller did with Lamar Noir. The fragrance shows the levels of excellence Moe Khalaf is always striving for. I really like sweet fruity and leathery fragrance with an edge , and Lamar Noir checks all the boxes for me. The jewelry related name excites me even more. As usual the bottle look great.
    Made by talented newcomer Patrick Müller Lamar Noir I’d enjoy the most
    Thank you , American living in EU

  • Sybelle16 says:

    The Wood element represents creativity, resilience, and renewal–the wood snake, with its mystery, wisdom, intuition, the potential for rebirth; The snake, transformative—charming, intelligent, analytical, but cunning. and secretive as well. Those aspects are represented in these perfumes.

    Honorine Blanc: represents harmony with deepening personal connections and friendships; a sweet and spicy gourmand
    that is novel and lively with its standout notes of pink pepper and a fiery cognac.

    Viole Nere represents the charm and elegant aspect of the Wood Snake; aloof and mysterious while, sophisticated as well. An opening of that layered with a powdery iris that in the dry down, matures with woody notes that gives the scent some depth.

    Kajal Lamar Noir shows the transformative side of the wood snake–like shedding its skin–a form of rebirth, the aspect of personal growth. This scents introspective nature is personified as an animalic creation that focuses on a leather accord that is balanced by tropical fruit and saffron in the opening, rose and a sultry violet in the heart that in the dry down, darkens with an added spiciness paired with the oud and guaiac wood—Kajal Lamar Noir embraces its darker nature.

    All three represent unique attributes of the Wood Snake, but Viole Nere’s personality is the one that draws me in.
    USA

  • Arron_Q says:

    Oh yes, lost of rich woods with just the right amount of bite to them – sure to get your venom pumping. I’m not the biggest gourmand lover, but with the right balance of spice they can work for me Bonbon sounds like it may be structured to suit me, and I do like the idea of the cognac and pink pepper in the blend. Viole Nere sounds quite enchanting. The transition from soft to smoky is something that always males me swoon when done correctly. I have yet to try any of Meo Fusciuni’s offerings, so it definitely has my attention. As far as Lamar Noir goes – I have already sampled it, and it is a beast of a take on the original Lamar. The dried fruit tones are rich and sticky, but the smoke and woods are the true star of the show. It is a DARK fragrance, and a contender for my personal fave from the house. That said, If I were to be chosen, I would go with Viole Nere. I’m just dying to get my hands on this house and it sounds so wonderfully interesting. Best of luck to all. I live in NC, USA.

  • Jeremi says:

    The fragrances chosen for the Year of the Wood Snake in 2025 from ÇaFleureBon embody wisdom and transformation. Amouage Opus XIV – Royal Tobacco suggests sophistication; Aedes de Venustas Cierge de Lune, spiritual enlightenment; and Serge Lutens Chergui, comforting warmth. The Wood Snake year promises growth, strategic thinking, and philosophical change, with these scents reflecting those themes through their depth and complexity. I live in Poland, EU and I’d love to win KAJAL LAMAR Noir.

  • Ramses Perez says:

    House Of Bo’s Bombón could perhaps be the easiest to wear out of the 3 as it is a gourmand at its core. Sure, a spicy gourmand but the notes are very agreeable and approachable. Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere goes on a woody and boozy route which may lead into a more masculine territory to some. Nevertheless with the powdery iris and the floral notes it could very much be worn by anyone who appreciates a woody and cognac inspired scent. Then comes Kajal Lamar Noir which is the darker of the bunch. Keeping the elements of the original but adding leather and oud to turn it into a mysterious and new persona. I’m glad I got my haircut today because I will be waiting my 15 days after the 29th to bring on the good luck. I’m going for Kajal Lamar Noir as it’s the more complex and enticing one. I’m located in the US.

  • alleycat says:

    I enjoyed this style of post and getting to learn about a few Chinese New Year traditions. I was instantly intrigued by Viole Nere with the “moody mauve florals” description. The touch of smokiness beneath the soft flowers sounds divine. I am in USA.

  • Angel_St_8 says:

    For the The Wood Snake Chinese New Year Rachel K.Ng observations are based on wisdom, patience, mystery , calmness and 3 pushing the boundaries fragrances.
    Out of all the picks , I’m interested in The House of Bo Bombón because the unusual pairing of marshmallow, caramel, cognac and pink pepper
    Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere because of the elegant profile and smoky aspects
    Kajal Perfumes Lamar Noir because of the noir name , and i love the idea of adding warm leather and oud nuances to tropical fruits and rose . Lamar Noir was crafted from Moe Khalaf passionate belief in hard work, creativity and originality.
    My preference would be Kajal Perfumes Lamar Noir
    Thank you Rachel K.Ng for your The Wood Snake Chinese New Year , and for the generosity
    EU

  • Teresa C says:

    I think we are going to need some introspection, renewal and positive transformations in this coming year: It looks to be a difficult one. The sweet friendliness of Bombon sounds cheerful and upbeat, and the complex tropical but darkly underscored Lamar Noir sounds mysterious and sexy, but the Viole Nere totally went onto my wish list because I love a good iris, but a smoky element added to that sounds like magic in a bottle! I live in the US and would select the Viole Nere if chosen.

  • Regis Monkton says:

    I appreciated learning about the three fragrances mentioned here. I’m most intrigued by Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere because of: its notes, it seems to be a good combination of woods, florals, spice, and incense, and it seems animalic and smoky. I like when Rachel describes it by saying: “At first glance, the fragrance is soft and sophisticated, but with time it shows its intelligent, smoky structure with spice and frankincense spark. The wood snake has an aspect to their personality that is introspective and connected to nature, as Viole Nere is both complex and softly introspective.” I’d like to win Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere. I live in the USA.

  • chess_is_fun says:

    Hello Cafleurebon
    Strategic thinking and analytical skills are part of my nature and I’m looking forward to a year of introspection, renewal and positive transformations, the year of the Wooden Snake.I like how Rachel K.Ng suggestions are very different from each other too.
    The House of Bo Bombón is unusual gourmand with caramel, pink pepper and boozy feel from the cognac.
    Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere smoky and sophisticated structure with incense and iris i find interesting.
    Kajal Lamar Noir is exceptional, I can tell. Moe Khalaf has always been respectful and modest , looking to ignite the interest of fragrance enthusiasts and if Rachel K.Ng believes the juiciness of the exotic fruits , the rose and the leather are making Lamar Noir so addictive and intriguing , i can’t even imagine how good it really is. Setting the bar higher and higher is what Moe Khalaf always do, he did with Almaz , Lamar , ÄICAN and IV , and now with Lamar Noir he raised it even more. Kevin Mathys won Art and Olfaction Awards for Kajal IV , Patrick Müller could very well follow his footsteps and win another award this year for Lamar Noir, the fragrance i would like to win
    I’m based in EU , thanks

  • CK says:

    That the Year of The Wood Snake is a year of introspection, renewal, and of positive transformations sounds like a good and hopeful thing to me. Of the perfumes Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere stood out to me most. It sounds really great and up my alley based on the notes and description of the iris etc as well as being smokey and spicy. If i won id love to win Viole Nere.

  • CK says:

    Correction* That the Year of The Wood Snake is a year of introspection, renewal, and of positive transformations sounds like a good and hopeful thing to me. Of the perfumes Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere stood out to me most. It sounds really great and up my alley based on the notes and description of the iris etc as well as being smokey and spicy. If i won id love to win Viole Nere. From the U.S.

  • Petia_OK says:

    Captivating introduction about the Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025 , and enthusiastic reviews of 3 beautiful fragrances , job well done to Rachel K.Ng
    I’m all for transformative energy, analytic skills and renewal so I can’t help but to be impressed by Rachel diverse recommendations.
    The House of Bo Bombón spicy-boozy and caramel layers are quite delicious.
    Warm woodiness, incense and iris depth of Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere is both soft and softly introspective.
    Moe Khalaf was able to achieve so much , no wonder Rachel K.Ng of the continuous process of renewal because i really like how he gave the hard task of making Lamar darker to Patrick Müller , very much a challenge for the young perfumer to wrap Lamar fragrance into a dark, mysterious, and opulent coat.I find Lamar Noir delightful for the dark start, caramel and passion fruit on one part , and the oud leather and rose on the other.
    Lamar Noir is the one calling me
    EU , thank you very much

  • WaltherP99 says:

    We’re living in a crazy scary times right now, geopolitically the globe is full of tensions , and as scary as it gets. Doesn’t matter where you live, or you stand politically, we could all agree the time for building peaceful relationships has come. The Year of the Wood Snake i believe represents what the world needs right now – wisdom, patience and positive transformations.
    Bombón by The House of Bo, composed by Honorine Blanc is a sensual fragrance. I wouldn’t call it a gourmand, there’s sweetness yes ,but lily of the valley is the most dominant note on my skin , with lychee and a bit of cognac in the background.
    Viole Nere by Meo Fusciuni is for those who crave violet scents , the complexity is unmatched , it’s not a linear violet fragrance , but walk through Mirkwood from J.R.R. Tolkien legendarium with rose , jasmine, cassis and cognac.In my opinion Meo Fusciuni is a house made by a connoisseur , for connoisseurs only.I genuinely believe Giuseppe Imprezzabile almost encoded his soul into brand’s DNA.
    Lamar Noir by Kajal Perfumes, composed by Patrick Müller
    Kajal Perfumes development is absolutely remarkable and their future is bright with Moe Khalaf being the captain of the ship. In my opinion they do everything right, top presentations , original and sophisticated fragrances made with highest quality ingredients, performance is great too. By the way is it just me, or Moe Khalaf is only working with dedicated, and motivated positive people? Patrick Müller is also the same type of person that’s why they clicked so well together.
    Lamar Noir was one of the best released for the last year period ! Imo Moe and Patrick were able to find a way to Ideally match the tropical fruits and caramel with the edgy oud and leather. To me the rose in Lamar Noir is significantly toned down, and not the same like in the original Lamar.
    I’d like to win Kajal Lamar Noir
    All profiles I already follow, @waltherp99bg . I also follow @eaudemoe , Moe Khalaf side project and designer Omar Ayoub , the absolute genius behind Kajal bottle design
    Thanks a lot
    USA

  • opalbear says:

    Oh I have Viole Nere and it’s so perfect it sent me in a path of collecting every Meo Fusciuni my bank account will allow, i’m up to eight! It’s amazing. The photorealistic childlike Violet note at the top and then this deeply complex mossy woodsy mature dry down, I just love the juxtaposition of it!!! That said since I do have it I think I should opt for Kajal Noir. I am located in the USA.

  • brentm says:

    I have to say, never been that keen on snakes. Nevertheless, i hope the year of the wood snake is the best year yet! As for the fragrances, I’ve not smelled any of them. The notes of Viole Nere lead me to think Dior Homme Intense but with added an added smokiness and earthlings. Viole Nere, USA. Thanks!

  • Tivoli_Bam says:

    I loved the correlation made of the Year of the Wood Snake being a mark of transformative energy, positive affirmation and new beginnings.
    From the marshmallow and caramel spiced with pink pepper Bombón from the House of Oud, to mysterious Viole Nere Meo Fusciuni I find attractive …. however I could use some a kick-start to harness energy for life’s challenges , and to evoke the wood snake’s gift for strategic thinking and wisdom with the enigmatic Lamar Noir Kajal.
    Basically I’m voting in favor upscale niche perfumery, Kajal, daring approaches and aesthetics , and people mindsets like Moe Khalaf and Patrick Müller.In Lamar Noir I like the fleshy fruits , oud , leather and the dance between the European appeal, Middle Eastern mystical essence and The Wood Snake transformative energy. Everything in Lamar Noir i find rich and inviting , the tropical fruits, leather accord, violet and dark spices.
    Kajal is one of my favorite brands, Lamar I own my favorite and I’m thrilled about Lamar Noir , my choice today
    Thanks a bunch
    EU

  • petergigov says:

    I hope 2025 will be a genuine Year of the Wood Snake , like Rachel Ng let us know peaceful, and it would represent the patient energy , strategic thinking and positive transformations. I’m on a right track myself, but the world needs more of the diplomacy, and peaceful relationships now , we’re in the Year of the Wood Snake after all
    I enjoy wearing smooth spicy gourmands all year round, not just in the Fall or Winter , The House of Bombon souds so good.
    Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere
    As far as I remember all Meo Fusciuni fragrances are connected to distant countries the talented “aromatorio” visited during his lifespan.Shadows, violets, rose , cassis and cognac ,the quality ingredients combination is leading to a cryptic message you have to discover for yourself.
    It’s interesting how no matter who the perfumer is , Kajal never disappoint its fans.Kevin Mathys won the Art and Olfaction Awards for Kajal IV , ÄICAN is fantastic made by EPS Fragrances team and now once again Patrick Müller did wonders with Lamar Noir.
    Continuous process of renewal ? So nice , modern multidimensional fragrance, sweet, fruity , leathery , floral and flirtatious. Since Lamar is iconic fragrance personally I’m happy with Moe Khalaf and Patrick Müller decision to make Lamar Noir darker ,even edgy without destroying too much of Lamar DNA. Noir is a sophisticated fragrance with high compliment factor, can’t wait to see how added several darker nuances, particularly leather and oud changed the original DNA. Also the rose is still easy to detect, that’s a pleasant surprise .
    Beautiful read by Rachel K.Ng , I’d prefer Kajal Lamar Noir
    Overly exciting giveaway, USA

  • Maryjean says:

    Wonderful article for Chinese New Year 2025. The year of the wood snake.House of Bo ,Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere and Kajal Lamar Noir all 3 fragrances has great energy dark and or spicy. My choice would be Kajal Lamar Noir . Thank you for this chance USA

  • Nikolina says:

    I don’t know much about Chinese New Year, but I like the fact that 2025 looks to be a year of introspection, renewal and positive transformations and rhat the harmonious energy of the Wood Snake will make 2025 an ideal year for strengthening bonds with loved ones. I think we all need that.

    The House of Bo Bombón is an intriguing spicy take on a sweet gourmand fragrance where the pink pepper and cognac fire of the fragrance make an unusual and kinetic pairing with its sweet marshmallow and caramel layers.

    I like how Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere is at first glance soft and sophisticated, but with time it shows its intelligent, smoky structure with spice and frankincense spark.

    Amazing how Kajal Lamar Noir is a fragrance to wear when you want to evoke the wood snake’s gift for strategic thinking, ability to adapt to any environment, and transformative energy. Very intriguing!

    Would love to try Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere.
    I’m from Croatia, EU.

  • Shibuichi2000 says:

    So, no hair cutting, no floor sweeping and no new shoes for a good 2025 . If buying perfume doesn’t interfere in having a prosperous year, fine by me.
    Kidding aside, all three scents have different profiles, but same warm, mysterious and passionate vibe. Spicy gourmand got my attention, since I tread carefully around gourmands, but a spicy kick makes it for an irresistible olfactory treat.
    I’m in EU, and had a hard time deciding what I’d like to win (if luck decides to be on my side), but I guess it’s Viole nere – Meo Fusciuni’s fragrances have an otherworldly appeal to me.

  • Patrick M says:

    What an informative and beautiful article about Chinese New Year and Wood Snake.
    The powdery iris,violet, smoke and cognac sounds beautiful in Viole Nere.
    I live in the Eu

  • wonderscent.mari says:

    I am looking forward to embrace the year of Wood snake with transformation, renewal, and spiritual growth. It is a dynamic year to learn from the past, moving forward with wisdom, awareness, transformation and compassion.
    Three perfumes that in my opinion are quite unique and represent different characteristics of snake.Each perfume has its complexity and carries the mysterious nature that Snake has.
    From the House of Bo, Bombón sounds to me a comfort and dreamy reflection of a ideal connection to our personal communications with the world around us. A beautiful genius combine of sweetness with marshmallows, refined notes of pepper enclose all together in a sensual cognac.
    A beautiful sweet kinetic start to new year!
    Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere is a scent that I would defently wear it! I love the opulent, full-bodied aura of this scent. Warm and sophisticated with a woody, smoky undertone, this character fits perfectly to charming, intelligent, creative and mysterious energy of Wood Snake.
    On the other hand Kajal Lamar Noir could be the ideal perfume of the complexity nature of wood snake. A bright tropical with dark smooth woody leather sound to me the perfect environment for a growth and renewal snake. These notes evoke the thoughtful energy of the snake to discover hidden talents establish new habits. An intense and divine scent!
    My choice will be Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere for its poetic elegance of mauve floral and warm woods giving a sophisticated earthy depth. My personal scent for this new year as I want to be more creative and patience with my goals.
    Thanks for the draw and write up.
    Germany EU

  • ianbradleyandrews says:

    I’d love to win viole nere. The warm wordiness sounds delightful. I don’t have a hair cut coming up, so I should be in for a good year of the wood snake! I live in Indiana.

  • Ozzyaziz says:

    Kajal Lamar Noir (Patrick Muller): Within the Chinese zodiac, the snake is known for its ability to shed its skin, symbolizing personal growth and a continuous process of renewal. In 2025, this strategic and introspective nature is complemented by the element of wood, which fosters growth, balance, and connection with nature. Kajal Lamar Noir, by perfumer Patrick Muller is a take on these more animal aspects of 2025’s wood snake. A complex fragrance that imagines a lush tropical environment, Kajal Lamar Noir opens with tropical fruit and saffron sweetness. The same rose from the original Kajal Lamar is found in the heart, but this time it is paired with a sultry violet, adding a touch of wood snake elegance. A leather accord gives a nod to animal skin and dark spices deepen the intrigue. Lamar Noir is a fragrance to wear when you want to evoke the wood snake’s gift for strategic thinking, ability to adapt to any environment, and transformative energy. Notes: bergamot, green apple, fruit notes, violets balsamic accord, vanilla, caramel, geranium, rose, floral notes, leather, oud, guaiac wood, sandalwood, cashmere, musk, amber, woody notes, moss. A beautiful description by Rachel intrigued to learn about Chinese New Year and the year of the wood snake. Kajal Lamar Noire really stands out with Leather and Spices. Thanks a lot from the UK

  • Amaziz89 says:

    . A leather accord gives a nod to animal skin and dark spices deepen the intrigue. Lamar Noir is a fragrance to wear when you want to evoke the wood snake’s gift for strategic thinking, ability to adapt to any environment, and transformative energy. Notes: bergamot, green apple, fruit notes, violets balsamic accord, vanilla, caramel, geranium, rose, floral notes, leather, oud, guaiac wood, sandalwood, cashmere, musk, amber, woody notes, moss. A beautiful piece by Rachel fascinated to learn about year of the wood snake and Chinese new year. Kajal Lamar Noir is one that grabs my attention vanilla, caramel, Oud, Leather and Spices sounds like a great fragrance. Thanks a million from the UK

  • Eris.can.swatch.kaos says:

    The year of the wood snake is anout wisdom, patience, and critical thinking. We need that now more than ever. Being able to self reflect is a skill all should learn, and I strive to do better this year. If I were to win, I would choose Kajal Lamar Noir. I’ve been intrigued by this fragrance since release and really, really want to bathe in it. Let’s all celebrate this Spring Festival with grace and compassion, a year full of learning and growth ahead. I live in Oregon.

  • Steve A says:

    Nothing jumped out at me regarding the Lamar Noir today. The Viole Nere captured me more with it’s “spike and frankincense spark”. I have no thoughts on the year of the wood snake. For the draw I choose Viole Nere. US

  • Marko227 says:

    Love the year of the wood snake, won’t br buying new shoes anytime soon, Honorine blanc sounds interesting, the smell sounds abd no doubt smells fantastic,

  • Marko227 says:

    Love the year of the wood snake, won’t br buying new shoes anytime soon, Honorine blanc Bo Bombon sounds interesting, the smell sounds and no doubt smells fantastic, Kajal Lamar Noir fragrance sounds intriguing as well, the ruggedness balanced out by the sweetness is excellent, the leather, the vanilla and bergamot all sound great, but the fragrance that intrigues me the most is Viole Nere by Meo Fusciuni, the sweet and seductive flowery greatness sounds interesting and striking, would be perfect for the oncoming lunar new year
    If i win i’d like to have Meo Fusciuni Viole Nere
    I am from Serbia, EU

  • Saverioud says:

    this review beautifully captures the essence of Kajal Lamar Noir and its connection to the Wood Snake’s symbolism in the Chinese zodiac.
    I loved the comparison between a snake that sheds its skin and Lamar, that in 2025 evolved in order to become darker and deeper.
    The imagery of a lush tropical environment paired with the sultry elegance of rose and violet creates a vivid olfactory narrative. I love how the leather and dark spices nod to the animalistic and transformative nature of the Wood Snake.
    i tried to win Lamar Noir in the past giveaway, but unlucky I didn’t, so I retry.
    cheers from Italy.

  • Sonbahia says:

    Unlike many Western countries, where snakes are associated with evil and temptation, in China, they are simultaneously associated with harvest, procreation, spirituality,… . More Complex like the perfumes that Rachel proposes. House of Bō’ Bombón by Honorine Blanc is a spicy and energetic twist to the sweet gourmand style. Meo/Guiseppe in Viole Nere brings the complexity and introspection with soft iris and violet that darkens with spice and smoky frankincense. Kajal Lamar Noir turns the woody snake into a fleshy one: fruity and floral and then leathery and resinous into an amazing development. What a new year with these 3 gems: I live in Spain and I would like to win Kajal Lamar Noir by perfumer Patrick Muller.As I was born in 65, I am Woody Snake : elegant and charming 😉 just joking! but with any of these 3 scents I would be.

  • Anna H says:

    My husband was born in the year of the snake, while I am allegedly a rat, haha. As for the three fragrances reviewed in this article, I love Honorine Blanc’s crystal topper and its inclusion of lychee, my favorite fruit. Viole Nere’s blend of warm, spicy notes juxtaposed with cooler florals also sounds most intriguing. Lamar Noir’s sweet, oudy + leathery profile sounds right up my alley as well! Should I win, I would love to receive Kajal Lamar Noir. Ironically, my husband surprised me with a bottle of Kajal’s Dahab on Saturday and we both absolutely love it! What a treat it would be to have a second Kajal fragrance to add to our collection. From the USA. Thanks for this generous draw.

  • Leomag says:

    Bo Bombom is a fragrance that captures the essence of tropical bliss and playful sophistication. With a sweet, creamy heart of caramel and vanilla, it blends seamlessly with fruity top notes of juicy mandarin and exotic coconut. The result is a scent that’s warm, inviting, and slightly gourmand, evoking sunny beach days and carefree moments. Its playful yet elegant composition makes it perfect for someone who enjoys a scent that’s both sweet and fresh, with a touch of luxury. Greece EU