Cinnabar Eau de Parfum bottle Cinnabar
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1978 Year 2008
££ Price Tier ££
Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang Eau de Parfum bottle Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Cinnabar Eau de Parfum
A powerhouse of pure spice and amber that screams vintage glamour like few others. It's a divisive beast: some find it a sublime, comforting classic, others an overpowering relic. The reformulation saga means hunting down a vintage bottle is often a must for true fans.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang Eau de Parfum
This one's a divisive delight. While some find its ylang-ylang and amber blend heavenly, others detect an artificial, almost 'Play-Doh' note. If you're after a warm, sensual amber with a creamy vanilla hug, and don't mind a bit of a gamble, this hidden gem might just be your next obsession.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 8%
Floral 26% 30%
Fruity 6% 3%
Green 3% 3%
Sweet 27% 33%
Warm 29% 26%
Woody 11% 11%
Earthy 9% 7%
Animalic 3% 6%
Fresh 7% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Cinnabar EdP
Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 12% vs 25%
Only in Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang Eau de Parfum
Ylang-Ylang 48% Geranium 27%
Shared Notes
Cinnamon 21% vs 38%
Rose 11% vs 29%
Only in Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang Eau de Parfum
Incense 33%
Shared Notes
Amber 12% vs 37%
Sandalwood 12% vs 26%
Vanilla 9% vs 35%

Accords

Cinnabar Eau de Parfum Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang Eau de Parfum
100%
Warm Spicy
69%
72%
Amber
100%
Vanilla
80%
48%
Woody
78%
46%
Powdery
67%
Sweet
66%
46%
Cinnamon
55%
47%
Balsamic
50%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
69%
Amber shared
72%
100%
80%
Woody shared
48%
78%
Powdery shared
46%
67%
66%
Cinnamon shared
46%
55%
Balsamic shared
47%
50%

Performance

Cinnabar Eau de Parfum Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Cinnabar Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its intense warmth, powerful sillage, and incredible longevity, Cinnabar isn't an office-friendly scent. It excels as a statement piece for date nights and formal events, particularly in cooler weather, where its rich character can truly shine.

Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warm, sensual, and amber-dominant profile, with often strong sillage and good longevity, makes it perfect for date nights and formal events. It could work for casual evening wear, but it's a bit too rich for the office or any sporty activities.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
91%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Incense, Vanilla notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Cinnabar Eau de Parfum
Private Collection Amber Ylang Ylang Eau de Parfum
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