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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive brew; some find it a delightful, fizzy root beer float, while others reckon it's a medicinal cough syrup nightmare. It's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, so definitely try before you buy, unless you fancy smelling like Carmex or dashi.
Seriously polarising, Lustre is either a creamy, refined dream or a generic, synthetic mess, depending on who you ask. It’s either the future of Amouage or a betrayal of its heritage. Whatever your take, it's undeniably a bold, rich amber scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 1% |
| Floral | 1% | 8% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 30% | 21% |
| Warm | 28% | 24% |
| Woody | 29% | 33% |
| Earthy | 19% | 19% |
| Animalic | 2% | 3% |
| Fresh | 6% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and unique, often gourmand, character make it less suitable for formal or office settings. It's ideal for casual wear or date nights, where its soft, close-to-skin projection can be appreciated, though its oil-based formula might stain clothes which limits versatility.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
While many praise its smooth and refined character, Lustre's strong amber, warm spicy, and balsamic accords make it a bit much for the office or casual daywear. Its luxurious, sensual warmth and often-noted longevity make it perfect for formal events and date nights where you want to leave a lasting impression.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy accords and Labdanum, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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