Hermessence Ambre Narguile
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | 2016 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Dates Delight
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Which Should You Buy?
The one that started it all. Forget the knock-offs, Hermès Ambre Narguile is the OG apple pie gourmand, a masterpiece that manages to be both rich and refined. It's often copied, but never truly equalled.
Dates Delight is a deeply polarising one, splitting the crowd between those who adore its grown-up gourmand richness and those who find it too harsh, cloying, or even 'old-fashioned'. If you're after a sweet, spiced, grown-up experience, it's worth a sniff, but definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 7% | 11% |
| Fruity | 2% | 4% |
| Green | 1% | 3% |
| Sweet | 50% | 56% |
| Warm | 31% | 27% |
| Woody | 4% | 2% |
| Earthy | 8% | 6% |
| Animalic | 9% | 2% |
| Fresh | 0% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its rich, gourmand character and warm spice profile make it ideal for dates and formal events, though its performance can be a bit understated for an EDT according to some. While comforting enough for casual wear, its luxurious nature might be a bit much for the office or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With significant projection and longevity, this rich, sweet gourmand can be overpowering for an office environment. It shines on a date night or during formal events, offering a seductive and luxurious aura. It's too heavy for sport and some might find it a bit much for casual wear, though some reviews suggest it works well in cooler casual settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Amber accords and Labdanum, Honey notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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