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Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Eau de Parfum bottle Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
F Gender F
2008 Year 2008
££ Price Tier ££
Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Parfum bottle Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDP
Divisive yet addictive, Dark Amber & Ginger Lily is a masterclass in elegant spice. Forget basic, this is complex, sophisticated, and surprisingly versatile, despite its performance issues.
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Our Verdict - Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDC
A harmonious blend, perfect for intimate settings and cooler nights, balancing warmth with sophistication.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDP
Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDC

Notes

Shared Notes
Ginger 39% vs 46%
Only in Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Cardamom 34% Pink Pepper 27%
Only in Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Black Cardamom 53%
Shared Notes
Water Lily 30% vs 35%
Orchid 26% vs 35%
Only in Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Jasmine 22% Rose 21%
Only in Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Rosewood 29%
Shared Notes
Leather 16% vs 22%
Only in Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Amber 50%

Accords

Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
100%
Warm Spicy
90%
87%
Woody
60%
83%
Amber
70%
70%
Floral
70%
67%
Fresh
57%
Powdery
57%
Aromatic
56%
Balsamic
56%
Animalic
Warm Spicy shared
100%
90%
Woody shared
87%
60%
Amber shared
83%
70%
Floral shared
70%
70%
67%
57%
57%
56%
56%

Performance

Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Dark Amber & Ginger Lily

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection makes it suitable for office wear, while its sophisticated warmth and subtle sensuality are perfect for dates and autumn evenings. The unique blend allows it to flex into casual and formal settings, though its generally weak longevity, as noted by many, means constant reapplication if you want it to last.

Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The warm and spicy notes make it ideal for cooler temperatures, making fall and winter its standout seasons. The spiciness also fits the transitional weather of spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its subtle projection and elegant accords make it well-suited for formal occasions and dates, where its complexity can be appreciated up close.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
80%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, floral, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDP
Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily EDC
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