Is Blossom Perfumery 522 Ambre Nuit a dupe of Dior Ambre Nuit?

Ambre Nuit EDP

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522 Ambre Nuit EDP

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2009 Year -
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522 Ambre Nuit Eau de Parfum bottle 522 Ambre Nuit EDP
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ambre Nuit EDP
This is a truly divisive one. Some rave about its luxurious, cosy perfection, calling it a masterpiece that can be worn anywhere. Others say it's weak, unoriginal, and smells like an old lady or even 'whale vomit'. Best to try before you buy.
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Our Verdict - 522 Ambre Nuit EDP
522 | Inspired by Ambre Nuit follows Dior's 2009 amber-rose blueprint closely at the notes level, but the ambergris-patchouli base is thinner and fades faster, missing the velvety richness that made the original a cult niche pick.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Ambre Nuit EDP A 522 Ambre Nuit EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ambre Nuit EDP
522 Ambre Nuit EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 53% vs 65%
Bergamot 51% vs 55%
Grapefruit 48% vs 45%
Pink Pepper 46% vs 34%
Ambergris 27% vs 32%
Guaiac Wood 24% vs 25%
Cedar 24% vs 22%
Patchouli 23% vs 19%
Shared Notes
Bergamot 51% vs 55%
Grapefruit 48% vs 45%
Shared Notes
Rose 53% vs 65%
Pink Pepper 46% vs 34%
Shared Notes
Ambergris 27% vs 32%
Guaiac Wood 24% vs 25%
Cedar 24% vs 22%
Patchouli 23% vs 19%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Ambre Nuit 522 Ambre Nuit
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Ambre Nuit

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its elegant and sophisticated amber-rose profile makes it a strong contender for date nights and formal events, with many reviews highlighting its luxurious feel. While some find it office-safe due to its moderate sillage and 'not loud' character, others find it too rich for daily wear. It's generally not suited for sport given its heavy notes and occasion-specific vibe.

522 Ambre Nuit

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Community season votes for Dior Ambre Nuit, the fragrance this is built to match, favour autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Wearers put Dior Ambre Nuit, the fragrance this is built to match, at its best for date nights and formal occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 8 notes is in the original, including Bergamot, Guaiac Wood, Pink Pepper

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

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0.07 fl oz (2 ml)
0.1 fl oz (3 ml)
0.17 fl oz (5 ml)
0.34 fl oz (10 ml)

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