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Amber Enigma Eau de Parfum bottle Amber Enigma EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
- Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££££
Essence No. 3 Ambre Eau de Parfum bottle Essence No. 3 Ambre EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Amber Enigma EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Amber Intrigue by Tom Ford. It leans on Dates, Olibanum (Frankincense), Cinnamon to evoke the original's signature character at a budget-friendly price - a practical pick for fans who want the vibe without the designer outlay.
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Our Verdict - Essence No. 3 Ambre EDP
A rich and opulent amber fragrance, perfect for cooler seasons and formal occasions.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Amber Enigma EDP
Essence No. 3 Ambre EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Amber 52% vs 38%
Only in Amber Enigma
Labdanum 48%

Accords

Amber Enigma Essence No. 3 Ambre
85%
Amber
100%
Resinous
80%
56%
Woody
60%
Spicy
50%
49%
Sweet
Amber shared
85%
100%
80%
Woody shared
56%
60%
50%
49%

Performance

Amber Enigma Essence No. 3 Ambre
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Amber Enigma

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The woody character is happiest in autumn and winter - cooler air gives the warmth room to bloom; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its woody, smoky signature leans toward evening and daily wear - approachable enough for formal use without overwhelming a room.

Essence No. 3 Ambre

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

With warm amber and resinous notes, the fragrance suits cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. However, its light spice also offers a degree of versatility in the transitional months of spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its rich amber and resinous character works well for formal occasions and evening dates, while being a bit heavy for casual and sporty environments.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Amber Enigma EDP
Essence No. 3 Ambre EDP
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