Is Inspired Oil Perfumes 299 Ambre Nuit a dupe of Dior Ambre Nuit?
Ambre Nuit EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Oil |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2026 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
299 Ambre Nuit Oil
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Ambre Nuit
- 299 Ambre Nuit
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
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.
299 pairs damask rose with an ambergris-woody base to echo Dior's Ambre Nuit, capturing the rose-amber warmth reasonably well, though it lacks the original's deep, resinous complexity and the citrus opening fades faster than the real Private Collection composition.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
The rose-amber warmth suits cooler months best, coming into its own across autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its elegant, warm character is well suited to dates and formal evenings.
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.
Every one of its 8 notes is in the original, including Bergamot, Guaiac Wood, Pink Pepper
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 16 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work
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