AMBR No. 540 Eau de Parfum vs Lacura Cardinal Red Eau de Parfum

AMBR No. 540

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2020	Year	2023
£	Price Tier	£

Lacura Cardinal Red

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - AMBR No. 540 Eau de Parfum

A lush, golden cloud of saffron, amber, and woods that draws inspiration from high-luxury icons, delivering opulence, projection, and addictive sweetness at a fraction of the price.

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Our Verdict - Lacura Cardinal Red Eau de Parfum

Cardinal Red is a budget aromatic-woody fragrance with crisp freshness, subtle spice, and an earthy base. Versatile and understated, it punches far above its price with everyday appeal.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	18%	17%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	1%	6%
Sweet	21%	19%
Warm	20%	26%
Woody	24%	24%
Earthy	12%	15%
Animalic	23%	21%
Fresh	7%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

AMBR No. 540 EdP

Lacura Cardinal Red EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Saffron 67% Almond 33%

Base Notes

Ambergris 30% Amberwood 26% Musk 22% Cedar 22%

Base Notes

Amber 42% Cedar 30% Fir Resin 28%

Shared Notes

Saffron 66% vs 56%

Only in AMBR No. 540 Eau de Parfum

Almond 33%

Only in Lacura Cardinal Red Eau de Parfum

Jasmine 44%

Only in AMBR No. 540 Eau de Parfum

Jasmine 58% Cedar 42%

Only in Lacura Cardinal Red Eau de Parfum

Amberwood 44% Ambergris 37% Hedione 19%

Shared Notes

Cedar 22% vs 30%

Only in AMBR No. 540 Eau de Parfum

Ambergris 30% Amberwood 26% Musk 22%

Only in Lacura Cardinal Red Eau de Parfum

Amber 42% Fir Resin 28%

Accords

AMBR No. 540 Eau de Parfum Lacura Cardinal Red Eau de Parfum

95%

Amber

85%

75%

Woody

90%

80%

Sweet

72%

70%

Warm Spicy

63%

60%

Musky

50%

Metallic

45%

Powdery

30%

Amber shared

95%

85%

Woody shared

75%

90%

Sweet shared

80%

72%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

63%

Musky

60%

Metallic shared

50%

45%

Powdery

30%

Performance

AMBR No. 540 Eau de Parfum Lacura Cardinal Red Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

AMBR No. 540 Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

The rich, ambery and sweet profile with spice and woods is best suited for cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. Its intensity can be a bit much for hot summer days, but it shines in spring evenings when temperatures are still mild.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its bold, sweet and opulent nature makes it perfect for formal events and date nights, where you want to stand out. For the office or sport, it can be overwhelming and may not suit a close-quarters, active, or casual setting.

Lacura Cardinal Red Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Cardinal Red's aromatic, spicy green freshness and woody undertones make it ideally suited for spring and fall, offering vibrancy in cool air and enough warmth for transitional weather. Its moderate weight keeps it wearable in summer's heat, but it is less cozy for cold winter days.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Formal

With moderate projection and a clean aromatic profile, it is versatile for daytime and office use, as well as casual outings. Its freshness is not overly formal or sporty, making it best for relaxed or smart-casual settings.