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Hwyl (EDP)

2017

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Versions Timeline

2017

Hwyl EDP (Original Release)

Price Range
$120 – $190

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Barnabé Fillion

"Hwyl EDP is a unisex woody eau de parfum by Aēsop, released in 2017 and widely described as smoky, woody, and resinous. The fragrance is inspired by Japanese hinoki forests and shrine atmospheres, giving it a meditative, slightly incense-like character. Its structure centers on aromatic spices and herbs in the opening, a cypress-led woody heart, and a base of vetiver, frankincense, and cedar. Across reviews, it is often perceived as forest-like, contemplative, and elegant rather than loud or flashy. The scent has become one of Aēsop’s more recognizable fragrances for people seeking a dry, atmospheric wood scent with modern niche appeal. It is commonly associated with perfumer Barnabé Fillion in fragrance media coverage."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Fall
Winter
Spring

Ideal Weather

Cold
Mild
Dry
Cloudy

Moods

Calm
Mysterious
Serene
Sophisticated
Spiritual

Occasions

Daily Use
Casual
Date
Dinner
Work
Travel

Fun Facts

The name 'Hwyl' is a Welsh word often associated with a spirited sense of emotional energy, joy, or fervor.

Fragrance media and user reviews frequently connect Hwyl to the atmosphere of Japanese hinoki forests and temple incense.

AI Generated

Aromatic Profile

0m/8h
Top Notes
1x
SpicyGreenFreshResinousWoodyLeatherySmokyEarthy

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–1h 12m

thyme
elemi
pink pepper
Middle Notes

1h 12m–3h 36m

cypress
suede
geranium
Base Notes

3h 36m–8h

vetiver
frankincense
cedar

Performance

Longevity
80%

Long-lasting (6-8h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“User and editorial reviews consistently describe Hwyl as a smoky, woody, incense-tinged forest fragrance with a refined and contemplative feel. The opening is often praised for its spicy herbal freshness before settling into cypress, dry woods, and resinous vetiver-frankincense facets. Reviewers commonly call it distinctive, elegant, and slightly masculine-leaning but still comfortably unisex. Performance is generally seen as moderate to good, with some users finding it clearly noticeable while others report a softer drydown. It is especially appreciated by wearers who enjoy atmospheric woods, hinoki-inspired scents, and meditative incense accords.”

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