Opus XVI Timber
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2008 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Les Exclusifs de Chanel Sycomore
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a mixed bag, with some calling it a mass-appealing masterpiece and others a Christmas candle knock-off. If you're after a smooth, woody experience without Amouage's usual challenging edge, Timber might be for you, but don't expect it to reinvent the wheel.
This is a grown-up, elegant vetiver with serious cult status. Divisive over price and its similarity to Encre Noire, but for fans, it's a 'holy grail' sophisticated woody, smoky experience that few can match.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 0% |
| Floral | 3% | 10% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 13% | 13% |
| Sweet | 13% | 10% |
| Warm | 20% | 20% |
| Woody | 41% | 37% |
| Earthy | 12% | 12% |
| Animalic | 0% | 1% |
| Fresh | 21% | 19% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its blend of polished woods and warm spices suits formal and date occasions perfectly without being overwhelming. While reviewers note its strong projection and longevity, its refined character makes it suitable for office wear, especially with fewer sprays. It's a bit too distinguished for casual settings and certainly not for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Sycomore's refined, understated sillage and excellent longevity make it perfect for formal and office settings where elegance is key. Its woody backbone lends itself well to casual wear, although its price point might make it more of a special occasion scent for some.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Cypress, Juniper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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