Is Perfume Parlour Amber Enigma a dupe of Tom Ford Amber Intrigue?
Amber Intrigue EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | - |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Amber Enigma EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Amber Intrigue
- Amber Enigma
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
Tom Ford's Amber Intrigue is a divisive beast, a luxurious amber that many adore for its unique date and spice blend, while others find it too safe or overpriced. It's a confident, rich scent that demands attention, but its value proposition is relentlessly debated.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Amber Intrigue by Tom Ford. It leans on Dates, Olibanum (Frankincense), Cinnamon to evoke the original's signature character at a budget-friendly price - a practical pick for fans who want the vibe without the designer outlay.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With strong projection and long-lasting performance mentioned by reviewers, this scent is too dominant for an office setting. Its warm, luxurious amber profile makes it perfect for dates and formal events, especially in colder weather, while still being versatile enough for a stylish casual outing.
Seasons
The woody character is happiest in autumn and winter - cooler air gives the warmth room to bloom; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its woody, smoky signature leans toward evening and daily wear - approachable enough for formal use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 7 notes is in the original, including Date, Frankincense, Cinnamon
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Amber Enigma EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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