Black Edition Eau de Parfum bottle Black Edition
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2018 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££
Rosso d'Ambra Eau de Parfum bottle Rosso d'Ambra

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Edition
This one's a proper mixed bag, isn't it? For some, it's a classy, versatile gem punching well above its price tag, a refined "gentleman's scent" that performs. For others, it's a generic, synthetic mess that evokes cheap aftershave. Definitely not a safe blind buy, despite what some reviewers say.
Favourite
Our Verdict - Rosso d'Ambra
This could be a divisive one. Rosso d'Ambra promises a rich cherry-almond dream; for some, it delivers a powerful, sweet amber bomb, while others find it vanishes in a puff of disappointment.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 8%
Floral 15% 12%
Fruity 3% 13%
Green 5% 10%
Sweet 21% 25%
Warm 17% 12%
Woody 20% 21%
Earthy 26% 21%
Animalic 2% 4%
Fresh 7% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black Edition EdP
Rosso d'Ambra EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 17% vs 28%
Shared Notes
Cedar 22% vs 53%
Oakmoss 21% vs 46%

Accords

Black Edition Rosso d'Ambra
100%
Woody
79%
Cherry
100%
51%
Amber
96%
68%
Citrus
82%
Almond
74%
71%
Earthy
67%
Sweet
71%
68%
Powdery
50%
Mossy
61%
Nutty
56%
Fruity
52%
48%
Floral
Woody shared
100%
79%
100%
Amber shared
51%
96%
Citrus shared
68%
82%
74%
71%
Sweet shared
67%
71%
68%
Mossy shared
50%
61%
56%
52%
48%

Performance

Black Edition Rosso d'Ambra
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Edition

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh, clean profile lend itself well to office and casual wear, as many users highlight its 'office-friendly' nature. The woody-violet character is versatile for dates, but could be a bit too understated for formal events and too complex for active sports.

Rosso d'Ambra

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and sweet-amber profile make it too assertive for the office. It's a fantastic fit for dates and evening events, where its luxurious warmth can truly shine, but too heavy for active wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
84%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
83%
Accord
53%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Citrus, Woody accords and Jasmine, Oakmoss notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black Edition
Rosso d'Ambra
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