Sel d'Ambre Eau de Parfum bottle Sel d'Ambre
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2024 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££
Lavande Noire Eau de Parfum bottle Lavande Noire

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sel d'Ambre Eau de Parfum
This isn't your average syrupy amber; Sel d'Ambre is a divisive, opinionated beast. It's a dry, mineral, and almost austere take on amber that won't be for everyone, but those who love it rave about its unique sophistication and depth.
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Our Verdict - Lavande Noire Eau de Parfum
This is a gorgeous lavender and amber scent, nearly universally adored for its unique take on lavender. If only the performance lived up to the beauty, it would easily be a top shelf contender.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 1%
Floral 8% 7%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 8% 3%
Sweet 18% 24%
Warm 23% 32%
Woody 10% 10%
Earthy 21% 17%
Animalic 25% 20%
Fresh 13% 10%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sel d'Ambre EdP
Lavande Noire EdP

Notes

Sel d'Ambre Eau de Parfum
Lavande Noire Eau de Parfum

Base Notes

Only in Lavande Noire Eau de Parfum
Lavender 45% Incense 32% Rum 23%
Shared Notes
Amber 23% vs 100%
Only in Lavande Noire Eau de Parfum
Frankincense 53% Musk 47%

Accords

Sel d'Ambre Eau de Parfum Lavande Noire Eau de Parfum
100%
Amber
100%
Lavender
73%
42%
Fresh Spicy
55%
Smoky
51%
Aromatic
51%
50%
Animalic
Musky
48%
42%
Balsamic
46%
41%
Iris
Amber shared
100%
100%
73%
Fresh Spicy shared
42%
55%
51%
51%
50%
48%
Balsamic shared
42%
46%
41%

Performance

Sel d'Ambre Eau de Parfum Lavande Noire Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Sel d'Ambre Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong amber and animalic accords, paired with excellent longevity and noticeable projection, Sel d'Ambre is best suited for evening wear. It's a bit too bold and heavy for everyday casual or office use, but perfect for a sophisticated date night or a formal event where you want to make an impression.

Lavande Noire Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its subtle projection and relaxing profile make it suitable for office and casual wear, especially in cooler weather, where it's elegant without being overwhelming. The poor longevity prevents it from being a strong contender for highly formal events, and its warmth isn't suited for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
83%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
82%
Accord
62%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Fresh Spicy, Balsamic accords and Amber, Frankincense notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sel d'Ambre Eau de Parfum
Lavande Noire Eau de Parfum
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