Dolce Amalfi
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ambre Samar
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a wildcard. Half the room gets a gourmet bubblegum explosion; the other's plunged into a winter spice wonderland with a potential side of prosciutto. Distinctly Xerjoff, it's a bold scent that's either a love-at-first-sniff or an absolute nope.
Ambre Samar is a polarising beast. For some, it's a sublime, spicy amber, a true masterpiece of warmth and sophistication. For others, it's a generic mess, a cloying Christmas candle, or just too much. Definitely try before you buy this intense Guerlain offering.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 2% |
| Floral | 3% | 3% |
| Fruity | 12% | 7% |
| Green | 4% | 1% |
| Sweet | 30% | 41% |
| Warm | 37% | 35% |
| Woody | 10% | 11% |
| Earthy | 9% | 19% |
| Animalic | 8% | 5% |
| Fresh | 8% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and unique, sometimes divisive, character make it less suitable for a quiet office environment. However, its bold, warm, and inviting profile is perfect for dates, evening casual outings, and even slightly formal events, with many reviewers finding it sexy and memorable.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its beast-mode performance suggests a heavy hand would be overwhelming for the office, but it shines in intimate date settings or formal evenings. Reviewers noted its intensity and warmth, making it unsuitable for casual daytime wear or sport, best reserved for cooler weather and special occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Balsamic, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Amber, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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