Ambre D'Alexandrie
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Obsessive Oudh
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly gorgeous, boozy amber-vanilla bomb that hits with warm apple pie vibes. It's a confident, rich fragrance that draws compliments, though some find it a bit too sweet or unoriginal. The performance is wildly inconsistent - some say beastly, others a skin scent, so beware of batch variations.
This is very much an oud-centric affair, and if you're into the real deal, not the watered-down Western versions, then Al Haramain has delivered. It's a proper oud experience, with some finding it a feral beast and others a natural, smooth skin scent. Definitely splits opinion, but for oud lovers, it's a solid win.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 3% | 7% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 34% | 31% |
| Warm | 28% | 29% |
| Woody | 8% | 10% |
| Earthy | 16% | 13% |
| Animalic | 33% | 45% |
| Fresh | 5% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This amber-vanilla powerhouse isn't subtle, making it less suitable for the office. It's a fantastic choice for dates and formal events, often described as sexy and intoxicating. The warm, cosy nature also makes it a strong contender for casual wear in colder weather.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
While some find it a skin scent, others describe it as intense or a 'feral beast', suggesting it's not ideal for the office. Its rich, deep oud and amber profile makes it well-suited for dates and formal events, though perhaps less for casual daytime wear given its strong character.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Powdery accords and Musk, Amber notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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