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Tom Ford Amber Absolute is a divisive beast of a fragrance. While some laud it as the pinnacle of amber offerings, others find its powerful, medicinal, and incense-heavy character utterly off-putting. A true love-it-or-hate-it scent with beast-mode performance.
Amber Absolute delivers a powerful, resinous experience with its rich blend of incense and amber, textured with warm spices.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 30% | 32% |
| Warm | 36% | 38% |
| Woody | 20% | 16% |
| Earthy | 23% | 24% |
| Animalic | 10% | 14% |
| Fresh | 1% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and extreme longevity make it unsuitable for office wear, as it can be overwhelming for others. However, the rich, sophisticated amber and incense profile lends itself well to formal events and intimate date nights, particularly in colder weather.
Seasons
The rich, resinous and warm spicy elements of Amber Absolute are ideally suited for the cooler temperatures of fall and winter while being too intense for summer.
Occasions
Its strong projection and intensity make it ideal for formal events or date nights but may be overpowering for the office and casual or sport situations.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Balsamic, Woody accords and Amber, Incense notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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