Amber Zest Eau de Parfum vs Istanbul Eau de Parfum

Amber Zest

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2024	Year	2017
££	Price Tier	££

Istanbul

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Amber Zest

Amber Zest is a decent everyday wear with an intriguing spicy kick. It's not groundbreaking, but it's universally pleasant and performs without being shouty.

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Our Verdict - Istanbul

A truly gorgeous, comforting amber that's not afraid of a bit of spice and a fresh aromatic kick. It's divisive only because some say its performance is poor, but the scent itself is a hug in a bottle.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	9%
Floral	12%	10%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	9%	13%
Sweet	21%	24%
Warm	19%	25%
Woody	16%	12%
Earthy	15%	12%
Animalic	16%	6%
Fresh	14%	14%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 12% vs 27%

Only in Amber Zest

Clary Sage 25% Geranium 24% Lavender 22% Grapefruit 16%

Only in Istanbul

Cardamom 42% Thyme 31%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 29% vs 24%

Only in Amber Zest

Cashmere Wood 35% Saffron 35%

Only in Istanbul

Opoponax 31% Lavender 25% Geranium 20%

Shared Notes

Musk 37% vs 15%

Amber 34% vs 25%

Tonka Bean 28% vs 19%

Only in Istanbul

Vanilla 22% Sandalwood 18%

Accords

Amber Zest Istanbul

100%

Aromatic

74%

73%

Amber

100%

75%

Warm Spicy

74%

Musky

Vanilla

72%

69%

Fresh Spicy

51%

65%

Woody

64%

Balsamic

61%

Sweet

60%

48%

Powdery

58%

54%

Lavender

52%

Soft Spicy

49%

Patchouli

47%

Aromatic shared

100%

74%

Amber shared

73%

100%

Warm Spicy shared

75%

74%

Musky

74%

Vanilla

72%

Fresh Spicy shared

69%

51%

Woody shared

65%

64%

Balsamic

61%

Sweet

60%

Powdery shared

48%

58%

Lavender

54%

Soft Spicy

52%

Patchouli shared

49%

47%

Performance

Amber Zest Istanbul

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Amber Zest

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Formal

Its moderate projection and versatile aromatic-amber profile make it suitable for a wide range of settings. It's clean enough for the office but has enough warmth for casual or date wear without being overwhelming.

Istanbul

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Its warm, subtle amber profile makes it adaptable for many settings, though it's too rich for sport. Many users find it perfect for office wear due to its moderate sillage and comforting nature, while its intimate warmth suits dates perfectly.