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Gentlemen Only Absolute Eau de Parfum bottle Gentlemen Only Absolute EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2016 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
Kensington Amber Eau de Parfum bottle Kensington Amber EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gentlemen Only Absolute EDP
This discontinued gem is a creamy, spicy-sweet winter warmer that's absolutely adored by its fans. While some call it a 'less refined' Spicebomb, many crown it superior - a shame it's so hard to find.
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Our Verdict - Kensington Amber EDP
A truly divisive amber, Kensington Amber elicits strong feelings. Some rave about its delicious gourmand qualities, while others find it too masculine, challenging, or simply not an amber at all. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but fans are passionate enough to mourn its discontinuation.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Gentlemen Only Absolute EDP
Kensington Amber EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 100% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Cinnamon 41% vs 100%
Only in Gentlemen Only Absolute
Nutmeg 34% Saffron 25%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 54% vs 24%
Only in Gentlemen Only Absolute
Sandalwood 45%

Accords

Gentlemen Only Absolute Kensington Amber
100%
Warm Spicy
93%
Amber
100%
65%
Vanilla
91%
80%
Cinnamon
84%
58%
Woody
60%
58%
Powdery
46%
Balsamic
49%
Sweet
49%
46%
Citrus
48%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
93%
100%
Vanilla shared
65%
91%
Cinnamon shared
80%
84%
Woody shared
58%
60%
Powdery shared
58%
46%
49%
49%
Citrus shared
46%
48%

Performance

Gentlemen Only Absolute Kensington Amber
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Gentlemen Only Absolute

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, spicy-sweet profile and average projection make it ideal for dates and evening gatherings over crowded office settings. The smooth, refined character also suits formal winter events, though it's too much for active wear.

Kensington Amber

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong, warm, and inviting amber-gourmand character makes it better suited for evenings and special occasions rather than the office or casual daywear. The declared longevity and sillage, though reportedly varying, would be too potent for professional settings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, cinnamon, vanilla

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Gentlemen Only Absolute EDP
Kensington Amber EDP
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