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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ambre
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Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a deeply divisive fragrance that’s either a glorious gourmand fantasy or an unforgivable chemical mess. This isn't a safe blind buy, with some finding it a rich chocolate-hazelnut dream and others dismissing it as dusty cardboard or sickeningly sweet.
This one's a divisive marvel. Mona di Orio's Ambre is a soft, powdery embrace with an undeniable classic feel. Some will find it exquisitely sophisticated; others, a touch too vintage or simply not their type of amber. It's an understated luxury that sparks strong opinions.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 8% | 17% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 55% | 45% |
| Warm | 16% | 19% |
| Woody | 15% | 17% |
| Earthy | 12% | 8% |
| Animalic | 1% | 4% |
| Fresh | 1% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top 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
Given its strong gourmand character and often reported moderate performance, it's best suited for date nights or casual, intimate settings where its subtle warmth can be appreciated. It's too rich and potentially distracting for an office environment and completely unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its warm, powdery amber profile and 'strong like' sentiment, this scent is ideal for dates and formal events, exuding an understated luxury. While it has presence, its soft projection stops it from being overpowering, making it a decent choice for a subtle office wear too. It's definitely not one for the gym.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Powdery, Vanilla accords and Vanilla, Benzoin notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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