Original Wood by Dsquared² captures the crisp, atmospheric sensation of a dense coniferous forest after a heavy rainfall. It opens with an immediate surge of aquatic notes and the cooling, slightly me...
The consensus among enthusiasts is that this serves as the spiritual and functional successor to the discontinued Dsquared² He Wood. It is widely praised for maintaining the original’s DNA while upgrading the concentration to an Eau de Parfum.
Performance is frequently cited as reliable, with users noting it lasts a full workday on skin and significantly longer on clothing, offering a persistent but polite bubble of scent rather than an overpowering sillage.
It is highly regarded as a high-value "hidden gem" for those who want to smell like real wood and nature without the high price tag of niche forest-inspired fragrances.
While the scent is diverse enough for year-round wear, the community strongly recommends it for spring and fall, noting that the violet and aquatic notes thrive in the transition seasons.
It is often compared to the airy vetiver style of Encre Noire, though users mention Original Wood is more approachable and "human" due to its musk and aquatic components.
