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Amber Wood Eau de Parfum bottle Amber Wood EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2014 Year -
££ Price Tier £
New York Eau de Parfum bottle New York EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Amber Wood EDP
Ajmal Amber Wood is a beautifully blended woody amber scent, but wearers are sharply divided on its performance. Some rave about its longevity and sillage, while others are utterly disappointed by its fleeting nature. Try before you buy, as batch variations appear to be a serious issue.
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Our Verdict - New York EDP
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Le Labo Santal 33 (2011) - violet, sandalwood and leather translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Amber Wood EDP
New York EDP

Notes

Accords

Amber Wood New York
100%
Woody
95%
69%
Warm Spicy
70%
69%
Amber
55%
Leather
65%
48%
Powdery
55%
52%
Aromatic
49%
Patchouli
48%
Lavender
Floral
45%
44%
Fruity
Woody shared
100%
95%
Warm Spicy shared
69%
70%
Amber shared
69%
55%
65%
Powdery shared
48%
55%
52%
49%
48%
45%
44%

Performance

Amber Wood New York
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Amber Wood

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its sophisticated woody amber profile suits dates and formal events perfectly, offering a mature yet alluring presence. While some find it office-appropriate due to its variable projection, others experience it as an intimate skin scent, making it versatile but less ideal for high-sillage scenarios. It's generally too rich and warm for casual daytime wear or sport.

New York

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Sandalwood-cardamom-leather versatile cool weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Office, casual, date.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, amber, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Amber Wood EDP
New York EDP
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