Faces of Francis Eau de Parfum bottle Faces of Francis
Edp Concentration Edp
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2023 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££
Amber Oud Black Edition Eau de Parfum bottle Amber Oud Black Edition

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Faces of Francis
This one's a proper love-it-or-loathe-it affair, pulling no punches. A complex, divisive scent that swings from creamy pistachio delights to industrial burnt rubber, not for the faint of heart or the blind-buyer.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Amber Oud Black Edition
This isn't for the faint of heart; Amber Oud Black Edition is a potent, dark amber and leather bomb that screams confident intensity. It's a statement scent with monster projection - love it or hate it, you won't be ignored.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 1%
Floral 4% 4%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 6% 6%
Sweet 15% 19%
Warm 23% 26%
Woody 26% 22%
Earthy 18% 17%
Animalic 16% 22%
Fresh 17% 9%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Faces of Francis EdP
Amber Oud Black Edition EdP

Notes

Only in Faces of Francis
Saffron 62% Aldehydes 38%
Only in Amber Oud Black Edition
Cardamom 41% Lavender 33% Woody 26%
Shared Notes
Ambergris 19% vs 31%
Vetiver 17% vs 33%
Only in Amber Oud Black Edition
Benzoin 35%

Accords

Faces of Francis Amber Oud Black Edition
100%
Woody
60%
70%
Amber
100%
71%
Warm Spicy
67%
54%
Aromatic
68%
63%
Oud
Animalic
58%
48%
Leather
54%
52%
Metallic
51%
Earthy
44%
48%
Aldehydic
Lavender
48%
Vanilla
45%
Woody shared
100%
60%
Amber shared
70%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
71%
67%
Aromatic shared
54%
68%
Oud
63%
58%
Leather shared
48%
54%
52%
Earthy shared
51%
44%
48%
48%
45%

Performance

Faces of Francis Amber Oud Black Edition
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Faces of Francis

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its potent projection and unique, sometimes challenging character make it unsuitable for typical office environments. However, its intensity and sensual depth are perfect for dates and evening events, while its complex warmth means it can be dressed up or down for a sophisticated casual outing.

Amber Oud Black Edition

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its beastly performance and strong, dark accords make it unsuitable for the office but perfect for standing out on a date or at a formal event. Many reviewers highlight its 'beast mode' projection, advising only 1-2 sprays for evening wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
80%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Aromatic, Warm Spicy accords and Vetiver, Ambergris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Faces of Francis
Amber Oud Black Edition
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