Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum vs Youth-Dew Amber Nude Eau de Parfum

Ivoire de Balmain

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1979	Year	2005
££	Price Tier	££

Youth-Dew Amber Nude

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

This is a divisive classic that evokes intense passion, both good and bad. Many rave about its timeless elegance, while others find its sharp, green character challenging. Definitely a 'try before you buy', this isn't a safe blind purchase.

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Our Verdict - Youth-Dew Amber Nude Eau de Parfum

This one's a divisive beast, lauded as a modern classic by some, yet dismissed as "cat piss" or "medicinal cinnamon" by others. Proceed with caution. Its loyal fans adore the warm, spicy comfort it offers, especially in colder weather. The overriding consensus suggests it's a bold, sensual oriental for those who 'get' it.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	7%
Floral	24%	31%
Fruity	3%	2%
Green	15%	7%
Sweet	18%	22%
Warm	16%	21%
Woody	11%	17%
Earthy	17%	12%
Animalic	6%	4%
Fresh	13%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Ivoire de Balmain EdP

Youth-Dew Amber Nude EdP

Notes

Only in Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

Aldehydes 13% Chamomile 13% Galbanum 12% Marigold 11% Asafoetida 10% Artemisia 10% Bergamot 8% Lemon 8% Mandarin 8% Violet 7%

Only in Youth-Dew Amber Nude Eau de Parfum

Cinnamon 27% Ginger 24% Tea 17% Magnolia 16% Grapefruit 16%

Shared Notes

Carnation 8% vs 33%

Rose 7% vs 21%

Ylang-Ylang 7% vs 24%

Jasmine 7% vs 20%

Only in Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

Orris 9% Narcissus 9% Nutmeg 8% Pepper 8% Iris 8% Lily Of The Valley 7% Neroli 7% Cinnamon 7% Raspberry 6%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 10% vs 19%

Sandalwood 9% vs 24%

Patchouli 9% vs 23%

Amber 8% vs 32%

Only in Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

Oakmoss 16% Incense 10% Labdanum 10% Musk 9% Tonka Bean 9% Vanilla 8%

Accords

Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum Youth-Dew Amber Nude Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

54%

61%

Warm Spicy

100%

88%

Fresh Spicy

52%

78%

Woody

85%

82%

Herbal

76%

Floral

71%

72%

Green

71%

Earthy

48%

Amber

71%

64%

Balsamic

Cinnamon

63%

61%

Powdery

48%

Patchouli

52%

Aromatic shared

100%

54%

Warm Spicy shared

61%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

88%

52%

Woody shared

78%

85%

Herbal

82%

Floral shared

76%

71%

Green

72%

Earthy shared

71%

48%

Amber

71%

Balsamic

64%

Cinnamon

63%

Powdery shared

61%

48%

Patchouli

52%

Performance

Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum Youth-Dew Amber Nude Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Date

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Ivoire is best reserved for formal events or evening wear where its complex character can be appreciated. While some find it suitable for a classy office scent, its powerful presence might be too much for daily casual settings.

Youth-Dew Amber Nude Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

This is a bold, powerful fragrance with significant sillage and longevity, making it less suitable for office environments where heavy scents can be distracting. Its warm, sensual and ambery nature makes it perfect for date nights and formal events, though some find it versatile enough for more casual, cooler weather wear. It is certainly not a sport scent.