House of Bō Ave María

Product Overview

Ave María by House of Bō is a luminous fruity floral fragrance that feels both tender and grounding. It opens with dewy gardenia and Indonesian jasmine, wrapped in a soft cashmere accord that gives the composition a velvety, almost weightless texture.

As the scent unfolds, delicate rain notes and sweet pear add a fresh, radiant clarity, while African neroli introduces warmth and subtle depth. The base settles into rich oakwood, supple Napa leather and a nuanced merlot wine accord, creating a finish that feels intimate, elegant and quietly lingering.

Ave María carries a sense of devotion and beauty, balancing airy florals with earthy richness in a way that feels emotional yet composed.

What Does Ave María Smell Like?

Ave María opens with a fresh, petal-soft floral brightness. Gardenia and jasmine feel dewy rather than creamy, giving the fragrance a light, almost misted quality. The cashmere note adds a smooth, comforting layer that softens the florals without muting them.

In the heart, rain accords create a translucent effect, like moisture in the air after a summer shower. Sweet pear adds gentle fruitiness without turning sugary, while African neroli brings warmth and a delicate citrus-floral glow.

As it dries down, oakwood and Napa leather create structure and depth. The merlot wine accord adds a subtle richness, giving the fragrance a slightly dark, sensual undertone that contrasts beautifully with the luminous opening. The overall impression is airy, romantic and grounded at once.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

Dewy Gardenia, Cashmere, Indonesian Jasmine

Heart Notes

Rain Drops, African Neroli, Sweet Pear

Base Notes

Oakwood, Merlot Wine, Napa Leather

Fragrance Family

Fruity Floral

When to Wear Ave María

Ave María suits those who gravitate toward romantic florals with depth. It wears beautifully in transitional seasons and evenings, though its soft freshness makes it equally wearable during the day.

It appeals to lovers of luminous white florals layered with subtle fruit and grounded woods, especially those who appreciate fragrances that feel emotional, elegant and quietly expressive rather than bold or overpowering.

Our perfume decants
Our perfume decants are a simple way to explore niche and luxury fragrances before committing to a full-sized bottle. Your fragrance is freshly decanted into a travel-size spray bottle, available in 1ml, 2ml, 3ml, 5ml, or 10ml sizes.

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