Reception EDT

Amouage by Pierre Negrin

88%

New York EDT

Memoirs Of A Perfume Collector by Jean Claude Delville

Comparison

88%

Reception EDT Amouage · 2025 U

New York EDT Memoirs Of A Perfume Collector · 2025 U

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Coriander

Pink Pepper

Coffee

Pine

Juniper

Heart

Frankincense

Cedar

Patchouli

Base

Palo Santo

Vanilla

Musk

Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha

Top

Bergamot

Pepper

Elemi

Cumin

Sage

Heart

Sequoia

Musk

Cedar

Incense

Oud

Base

Vetiver

Labdanum

Patchouli

Amber

Sandalwood

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Reception EDT

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New York EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Reception EDT

Divisive, certainly not a crowd-pleaser for everyone, but loyal Amouage fans see this as a welcome return to form. It's a complex, sophisticated scent, perfect for cooler weather, though some find it lacks innovation given the price.

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Our Verdict - New York EDT

Smoother and more refined than its predecessor, but don't expect fireworks.

Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Reception EDT

New York EDT

Notes

Only in Reception

Coriander 19% Pink Pepper 15% Coffee 15% Pine 14% Juniper 13% Lemon 13% Labdanum 11%

Only in New York

Bergamot 23% Pepper 21% Elemi 20% Cumin 18% Sage 18%

Shared Notes

Cedar 27% vs 18%

Only in Reception

Frankincense 48% Patchouli 25%

Only in New York

Sequoia 19% Musk 19% Incense 16% Oud 14% Lichen 13%

Only in Reception

Palo Santo 30% Vanilla 26% Musk 24% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 20%

Only in New York

Vetiver 30% Labdanum 20% Patchouli 18% Amber 17% Sandalwood 15%

Accords

Reception New York

100%

Aromatic

98%

73%

Woody

100%

63%

Fresh Spicy

86%

76%

Amber

45%

67%

Soft Spicy

45%

Citrus

62%

52%

Warm Spicy

50%

Musky

52%

Earthy

52%

46%

Coffee

Balsamic

45%

44%

Herbal

Aromatic shared

100%

98%

Woody shared

73%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

63%

86%

Amber shared

76%

45%

Soft Spicy

67%

Citrus shared

45%

62%

Warm Spicy shared

52%

50%

Musky

52%

Earthy

52%

Coffee

46%

Balsamic

45%

Herbal

44%

Performance

Reception New York

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Intimate

Moderate

Intensity

Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Reception

Seasons

Best For:

Winter

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its moderate projection and sophisticated woody-amber profile make it suitable for formal events and date nights, exuding elegance rather than overpowering. While some find its performance moderate, the complexity and density of the notes suggest it's best suited for cooler weather and situations where a subtle, refined presence is appreciated, rather than casual daytime wear or sport.

New York

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

The soft and approachable nature of the fragrance suits casual settings while the clean musk allows for wear in the office without overwhelming. Its lightness doesn't lend itself to formality, making it ideal for dates and everyday outings.