Open Eau de Parfum bottle Open
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1985 Year 2022
£ Price Tier ££
Amber Oud Carbon Edition Eau de Parfum bottle Amber Oud Carbon Edition

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Open
B
Amber Oud Carbon Edition
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Open
Open is for the bloke who scoffs at modern sweet scents, a true 80s powerhouse for an effortlessly masculine statement. Prepare for a rugged, smoky embrace that screams 'manly' and challenges the faint of heart, but rewards the bold with a timeless aroma.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Amber Oud Carbon Edition
This is a seriously divisive scent. Some say it's an elevated Cool Water, a 'beast mode freshie' for those who value longevity. Others find it synthetic, headache-inducing, and even reminiscent of BO or air fresheners. You probably won't be indifferent.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16% 12%
Floral 5% 12%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 31% 23%
Sweet 5% 4%
Warm 13% 7%
Woody 11% 16%
Earthy 18% 17%
Animalic 1% 1%
Fresh 26% 31%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Open EdP
Amber Oud Carbon Edition EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 40% vs 33%
Bergamot 29% vs 40%
Only in Open
Lemon 30%
Only in Amber Oud Carbon Edition
Rosemary 26%
Shared Notes
Sage 49% vs 26%
Only in Open
Thyme 51%
Only in Amber Oud Carbon Edition
Sea Water 44% Geranium 30%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 28% vs 25%
Only in Amber Oud Carbon Edition
Oakmoss 27% Amber 25% Cedar 23%

Accords

Open Amber Oud Carbon Edition
100%
Aromatic
100%
55%
Fresh Spicy
71%
70%
Tobacco
60%
Citrus
52%
55%
Woody
58%
56%
Herbal
49%
55%
Lavender
48%
Marine
52%
51%
Sweet
48%
Earthy
45%
46%
Patchouli
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
55%
71%
70%
Citrus shared
60%
52%
Woody shared
55%
58%
Herbal shared
56%
49%
Lavender shared
55%
48%
52%
51%
Earthy shared
48%
45%
46%

Performance

Open Amber Oud Carbon Edition
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Open

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its strong projection and unmistakable vintage character, particularly the prominent tobacco, make it too assertive for office wear, despite some finding it suitable. However, its bold masculinity suits casual outings, and can make a distinguished statement on a date or in a casual evening setting. It's too heavy for sport.

Amber Oud Carbon Edition

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, aromatic character makes it excellent for casual and sport settings, especially with its reported strong performance. While it could work for an office, some find it a bit too loud initially, and the same goes for formal events unless you're aiming for a very modern, less traditional vibe.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
88%
Accord
82%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Citrus, Herbal accords and Lavender, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Open
Amber Oud Carbon Edition
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