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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2007 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Amber Absolute
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a love-it-or-hate-it beast, an audacious single-note wonder that'll have some reaching for their credit card and others for the scrubbing brush. Expect divisive reactions and complex, ever-shifting amber resin that's anything but linear.
Tom Ford Amber Absolute is a divisive beast of a fragrance. While some laud it as the pinnacle of amber offerings, others find its powerful, medicinal, and incense-heavy character utterly off-putting. A true love-it-or-hate-it scent with beast-mode performance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 0% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 25% | 30% |
| Warm | 35% | 36% |
| Woody | 10% | 20% |
| Earthy | 25% | 23% |
| Animalic | 20% | 10% |
| Fresh | 0% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent amber and musky accords, coupled with a strong sillage mentioned by some, lean it away from office wear. However, its complex and intriguing character makes it surprisingly versatile, suitable for a confident person on a date or even a formal event if applied sparingly, though it's too heavy for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and extreme longevity make it unsuitable for office wear, as it can be overwhelming for others. However, the rich, sophisticated amber and incense profile lends itself well to formal events and intimate date nights, particularly in colder weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Balsamic accords and Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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