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Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Eau de Parfum bottle Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2008 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££££
Ashore Eau de Parfum bottle Ashore EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDP
Divisive yet addictive, Dark Amber & Ginger Lily is a masterclass in elegant spice. Forget basic, this is complex, sophisticated, and surprisingly versatile, despite its performance issues.
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Our Verdict - Ashore EDP
Ashore is a divisive one. Fans say it's the best jasmine ever - natural, warm, and sophisticated. Detractors find it too soapy, sharp, or just a generic white floral. You'll either adore its creamy calm or dismiss it as another old-fashioned jasmine.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDP
Ashore EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 34% vs 33%
Pink Pepper 26% vs 33%
Only in Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Ginger 39%
Only in Ashore
Turmeric 33%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 22% vs 46%
Rose 21% vs 23%
Only in Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Water Lily 30% Orchid 26%
Only in Ashore
Solar Note 30%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 26% vs 32%
Ambergris 21% vs 35%
Frankincense 19% vs 32%
Only in Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Patchouli 17% Leather 16%

Accords

Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Ashore
100%
Warm Spicy
73%
87%
Woody
48%
83%
Amber
67%
70%
Floral
47%
67%
Fresh
57%
Powdery
57%
Aromatic
56%
Balsamic
56%
Animalic
47%
Aldehydic
44%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
73%
Woody shared
87%
48%
Amber shared
83%
67%
Floral shared
70%
47%
67%
57%
57%
56%
Animalic shared
56%
47%
44%

Performance

Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Ashore
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Dark Amber & Ginger Lily

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 moderate projection makes it suitable for office wear, while its sophisticated warmth and subtle sensuality are perfect for dates and autumn evenings. The unique blend allows it to flex into casual and formal settings, though its generally weak longevity, as noted by many, means constant reapplication if you want it to last.

Ashore

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its prominent, clean jasmine and warm, salty character make it perfect for casual, warm-weather wear, and dates. While elegant, its strong floral and potential 'old-fashioned' vibe for some means it might not suit every formal or office setting.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, woody, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDP
Ashore EDP
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