cedarwood
noun
ce·dar·wood
ˈsē-dər-ˌwu̇d 
: the wood of a cedar that is especially repellent to insects
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Those smooth layers of violet, cedarwood, and musk come through to give it a sophisticated finish that keeps it from smelling like a high school girl who just bought her first fragrance (though, there’s an audience for that girl here too!).
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Essence, 7 July 2025
The collection features three unique fragrances, ranging from the crisp coolness of lakeside breezes to the grounding notes of oakmoss, suede and cedarwood.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 19 June 2025
The duo includes Summer Haze, a sweet floral blend, and Under the Trees (seen here) which is a refreshing mix of cucumber, cool spearmint, and earthy cedarwood.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 1 June 2025
Upon drydown, the base of cypress and cedarwood gives it woodsy depth, with a subtle leather accord adding a touch of smoky, old-school charm.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 27 May 2025
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Essence, 7 July 2025
The collection features three unique fragrances, ranging from the crisp coolness of lakeside breezes to the grounding notes of oakmoss, suede and cedarwood.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 19 June 2025
The duo includes Summer Haze, a sweet floral blend, and Under the Trees (seen here) which is a refreshing mix of cucumber, cool spearmint, and earthy cedarwood.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 1 June 2025
Upon drydown, the base of cypress and cedarwood gives it woodsy depth, with a subtle leather accord adding a touch of smoky, old-school charm.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 27 May 2025
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“Cedarwood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cedarwood. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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