AMBR No. 540
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Amber Oud Ruby Edition
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A lush, golden cloud of saffron, amber, and woods that draws inspiration from high-luxury icons, delivering opulence, projection, and addictive sweetness at a fraction of the price.
Al Haramain's Amber Oud Ruby Edition is a divisive beast of a perfume that nails the BR540 Extrait DNA for many, but others find it a bitter, metallic mess. Maceration is key for some to unlock its full potential, transforming a harsh opening into a sweet and woody experience.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 18% | 14% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 21% | 20% |
| Warm | 20% | 15% |
| Woody | 24% | 27% |
| Earthy | 12% | 13% |
| Animalic | 23% | 24% |
| Fresh | 7% | 7% |
Mood
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Top Notes
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Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The rich, ambery and sweet profile with spice and woods is best suited for cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. Its intensity can be a bit much for hot summer days, but it shines in spring evenings when temperatures are still mild.
Occasions
Its bold, sweet and opulent nature makes it perfect for formal events and date nights, where you want to stand out. For the office or sport, it can be overwhelming and may not suit a close-quarters, active, or casual setting.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, particularly after maceration, make it too dominant for an office setting. However, its sophisticated and sensual warm-spicy, woody-amber profile makes it perfect for date nights and formal gatherings, thriving in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Jasmine, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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