Amber Absolute
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2007 | Year | 2022 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
This Grand Soir dupe is a divisive one. Many find it a near-perfect, long-lasting alternative at a fraction of the cost, especially after some maceration. Others find it lacks the depth of the original, with some noting a 'coke' or 'cough sweet' opening.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 9% |
| Floral | 1% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 30% | 41% |
| Warm | 36% | 27% |
| Woody | 20% | 13% |
| Earthy | 23% | 14% |
| Animalic | 10% | 7% |
| Fresh | 1% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong projection and longevity, coupled with deep, warm accords, make it more suited for evenings and special events rather than office wear. While some wear it casually for a comforting vibe, its intensity still leans towards dressier occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Vanilla, Woody accords and Labdanum, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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