Amber d’Orient Extrait bottle Amber d’Orient
Extrait Concentration Edp
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2022 Year 2021
£ Price Tier £
Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum bottle Vanilla Bourbon

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Amber d’Orient
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Amber d’Orient Extrait
This one's a divisive clone, explicitly aiming for that 'Ombre Nomad' vibe with a budget-friendly price tag. It's a powerhouse for those who love its strong, specific character, but others may find it lacks originality or charm.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
This one's a divisive cheapie, giving some big-time boozy vanilla and others a spicy, smoky mess. Prepare for an intriguing ride on different skin chemistries. When it works, it's an absolute steal; when it doesn't, well, you've been warned.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 12%
Floral 31% 28%
Fruity 6% 6%
Green 5% 5%
Sweet 22% 27%
Warm 14% 24%
Woody 14% 10%
Earthy 7% 6%
Animalic 10% 4%
Fresh 16% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Amber d’Orient Extrait
Vanilla Bourbon EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 45% vs 43%
Only in Amber d’Orient Extrait
Apple Blossom 55%
Only in Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Pepper 57%
Only in Amber d’Orient Extrait
Saffron 42% Rose 37% Peony 21%
Only in Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Orchid 34% Jasmine 34% Apple Blossom 32%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 40% vs 41%
Sandalwood 24% vs 28%
Only in Amber d’Orient Extrait
Oud 35%
Only in Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Amber 30%

Accords

Amber d’Orient Extrait Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
100%
Floral
45%
82%
Vanilla
100%
86%
Warm Spicy
52%
86%
Rose
75%
Oud
64%
Powdery
74%
63%
Woody
58%
Amber
63%
62%
Citrus
57%
Fresh
56%
Metallic
Sweet
48%
Balsamic
46%
Floral shared
100%
45%
Vanilla shared
82%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
86%
52%
86%
Oud
75%
Powdery shared
64%
74%
Woody shared
63%
58%
63%
62%
57%
56%
48%
46%

Performance

Amber d’Orient Extrait Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Amber d’Orient Extrait

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong, distinctive scent profile, this isn't one for the office or casual day wear. It truly shines on dates or formal events where its robust presence can be appreciated without overwhelming a small space.

Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent projection and boozy, warm accords make it less suitable for professional settings, leaning into a more intimate, casual, or evening vibe. Performance is strong for the price, fitting well for events where it can make a statement without overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
88%
Accord
58%
Key Similarities

Both share Vanilla, Powdery, Woody accords and Apple Blossom, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Amber d’Orient Extrait
Vanilla Bourbon Eau de Parfum
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