Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum bottle Opus XVI Timber
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2025 Year 2013
££££ Price Tier ££
Cape Heartache Eau de Parfum bottle Cape Heartache

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum
This one's a mixed bag, with some calling it a mass-appealing masterpiece and others a Christmas candle knock-off. If you're after a smooth, woody experience without Amouage's usual challenging edge, Timber might be for you, but don't expect it to reinvent the wheel.
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Our Verdict - Cape Heartache Eau de Parfum
This is a seriously divisive scent. Some find it a captivating, artistic blend of forest and fruit, while others get nothing but sickly sweet pine air freshener or synthetic strawberry gone wrong. Definitely try before you buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3% 0%
Floral 3% 2%
Fruity 0% 16%
Green 13% 16%
Sweet 13% 21%
Warm 20% 5%
Woody 41% 50%
Earthy 12% 8%
Animalic 0% 0%
Fresh 21% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Opus XVI Timber EdP
Cape Heartache EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Fir Resin 35% vs 20%

Accords

Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum Cape Heartache Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
75%
Aromatic
65%
63%
Fresh Spicy
50%
Sweet
61%
Conifer
58%
Fruity
56%
44%
Amber
Fresh
44%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
75%
65%
Fresh Spicy shared
63%
50%
61%
58%
56%
44%
44%

Performance

Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum Cape Heartache Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its blend of polished woods and warm spices suits formal and date occasions perfectly without being overwhelming. While reviewers note its strong projection and longevity, its refined character makes it suitable for office wear, especially with fewer sprays. It's a bit too distinguished for casual settings and certainly not for sport.

Cape Heartache Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its bold, often strong projection of pine and sweet fruit can be a bit much for an office setting. It shines in casual and date scenarios where its unique character can be appreciated, especially during cooler seasons, though some find it versatile for summer evenings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
78%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
76%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Fir Resin, Vanilla notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Opus XVI Timber Eau de Parfum
Cape Heartache Eau de Parfum
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