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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive and understated, L'Ambre des Merveilles is a softly sparkling amber scent that some adore as a sophisticated skin scent, while others find it too faint, linear, or even a bit 'old school'. Expect a warm embrace rather than a bold declaration.
This one is exactly what it says on the tin: a full-throttle patchouli beast. If you're patchouli-averse, run for the hills. But for those who love that earthy, chocolatey, damp forest floor scent, Montale delivers an unapologetically bold, unmissable experience that will get you noticed.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 3% | 3% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 46% | 36% |
| Warm | 29% | 21% |
| Woody | 14% | 18% |
| Earthy | 29% | 34% |
| Animalic | 11% | 18% |
| Fresh | 0% | 2% |
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 moderate sillage and 'skin scent' reputation make it office appropriate, while the warm, inviting amber and vanilla lend themselves well to dates and casual wear. It's less suited for formal events due to its understated nature and not at all for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This perfume is a nuclear bomb in terms of projection and longevity, making it completely unsuitable for the office where it would offend everyone. Its bold, sensuous nature and significant sillage make it perfect for dates or cooler weather casual wear, though its intensity would be too much for formal settings or sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Patchouli, Woody accords and Patchouli, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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