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I've always believed that perfume is the most personal form of art. It doesn't hang on a wall or play through speakers. Instead, it lives on your skin, breathes with you, and quietly tells your story. That's precisely what Bohoboco's fragrance set does. It's not just a collection of perfumes. It's a library of moods, memories, and sensory surprises.

Some of them I adored instantly, others took their sweet time to grow on me. But all of them stirred something.

Here's my journey through the complete Bohoboco discovery set: no fluff, just honest impressions, favorites, and a few fragrant curveballs.

Sweet Edible, and a Little Bit Dangerous

Wet Cherry Liquor

I'll be honest. This one threw me off at first. The boozy cherry hits hard, like opening a bottle of something you know you shouldn't be drinking at noon. But once that initial shock fades? Wow… It settles into this dark, velvety cherry wrapped in warm vanilla. It's rich, indulgent, and just a bit seductive. I'd wear this on a cold night when I want to feel bold and beautiful but also dedicate it to a late-night date at a super fancy restaurant.

Red Wine Brown Sugar

If you've ever sipped mulled wine by candlelight while wrapped in something soft and oversized, this is that feeling in a bottle. Sweet berries and caramel swirl around a backbone of leather and red wine. It's romantic and grounding at the same time—a real hug of a scent.

Coffee White Flowers

At first sniff, this one made me frown a little. It starts with such a sharp, black-coffee bitterness that I wasn't sure I could wear it. But then the magic happens: sweet vanilla cream starts to unfold, and the bitterness turns cozy, like cinnamon-dusted foam on a flat white. It's grown on me with every wear.

Sea Salt Caramel

If sunshine had a scent, it might smell like this. There's something immediately bright, lemony, and fresh before it softens into this creamy, breezy caramel. It's not overly sweet. It's radiant, like a golden hour on the beach. Uplifting and easy to love.

Earthy, Raw, and Unexpectedly Poetic

Polish Potatoes

Yes, it smells earthly and Polish, like actual potatoes freshly dug from the ground. But it's not a gimmick for me. It's rugged, woody, and surprisingly elegant in its simplicity. It smells like hard work, nature, and tradition combined. It's not a perfect scent for me, but I loved it on my dad, who also tried it.

Magic Mushrooms

Magic Mushrooms does not smell like shrooms at all, more like cannabis with a high dose of sweetened fruits and damp grass. It's a very green and earthy proposition; the liquid is shimmering and changes color when viewed against a light source, which is a nice trick tied to the hippie storytelling Bohoboco introduces here. It projects nicely and lasts reasonably long.

Wild Carrot Oud

This one toes the line between green and sweet. It's vegetal at first like you're holding a bunch of fresh carrot roots. However, there's also a bright, peppery note that makes it more wearable. It's not your typical pretty perfume, but it's something to keep an eye (or nose) on.

Floral, Feminine, and Sometimes Fierce

Eternal Lily Amber

One of my top picks. It's soft and luminous and just… addictive. There's a freshness at first, but it quickly evolves into a creamy, gentle, sweet floral scent with real depth. I reach for this when I want to feel graceful and glowing. It lingers beautifully, too.

Yellow Rose Incense

If you're expecting a delicate garden rose, think again. This rose comes dressed in spice and smoldering incense. It's complex, bold, and beautiful in a very grown-up way. There are cloves here, which add a smoky elegance—a little gothic, a lot stunning.

Olibanum Gardenia

This one is soft but strange. Though in a good way. Citrus and coconut give it a tropical glow, but underneath is this resinous, almost meditative base. The gardenia floats through it all. It's not a simple floral. It's more introspective, like a journaling experience under moonlight.

Soft Woods, Skin Scents, and Hidden Warmth

Sandalwood Neroli

I was surprised at how much I loved this. Neroli can sometimes feel too sharp and overwhelming for me, but here, it's softened by creamy sandalwood and a hint of powdery notes. It's clean and warm and feels like good skin on good days. Effortless.

Vanilla Black Pepper

It's a gorgeous everyday scent. It's warm, spicy vanilla. It's cozy but not cloying. The black pepper gives it a little spark, a little bite. Imagine a cashmere sweater and a dash of sass. It just works and is a total must-have.

Eucalyptus Patchouli

This fragrance evokes the sensation of clean skin warmed by the sun. The eucalyptus is soft and quickly melts into gentle woods and smooth patchouli. There's something warm, grounding, almost meditative about it: no dramatic shifts, just a natural evolution into a scent that blends beautifully with your skin. Subte, comforting, close-wearing. Like a quiet Sunday or a deep breath in nature.

Spicy, Smoky, and Full of Drama

Oriental Saffron

This one is allspice at first, like being on an oriental market in South Asia. It's cardamon, cloves, saffron… and then suddenly something sweeter and soother kicks in. I admire it more than I’d wear it, but it's beautifully made, taking you on an oriental trip.

Jasmine White Leather

A floral-leather knockout. The leather hits first. Strong and unapologetic. But then, Jasmine softens the edges, making it surprisingly wearable. It's powerful, poetic, and smells like confidence.

Dark Vinyl Musk

Moody, musky, and magnetic. This scent feels like stepping into an old jazz bar – dim lights, worn leather chairs, vinyl records spinning. It's low-key but intoxicating. Great for nights when you want to be remembered without saying too much.

Final Thoughts: Worth the Hype?

Yes. Bohoboco has created something rare. A fragrance collection that's conceptual but still wearable, emotional, and never overworked. These scents are layered, complex, and human. Some are cozy and familiar, others push boundaries. But none of them feel generic.

What I appreciate most is how each fragrance has its own soul. You don't just smell them. You feel them. They're imperfect in the best way, just like us. And that's what makes them unforgettable.

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Check out the Bohoboco discovery set here.