Amouage 2010 EDP

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The Library Collection Opus IV

by Jacques Flori

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Amouage The Library Collection Opus IV is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Jacques Flori. The Library Collection Opus IV opens with Lemon, Grapefruit, Mandarin, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Caraway, Rose Hip, Rose, and Violet Leaf, and dries down to a base of Musk, Labdanum, and Incense. Amouage's The Library Collection Opus IV carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a divisive spice bomb that people either adore for its rich, complex warmth and commanding presence, or instantly recoil from its potent cumin. Definitely a love-it-or-hate-it affair, particularly if you're sensitive to pungent culinary notes.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
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The Library Collection Opus IV Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and longevity, this isn't one for the office, where its potent spice could be overwhelming. It's well-suited for dates and formal occasions due to its complex, luxurious character, but too intense for casual daytime wear or sports.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opus IV opens with a sharp, invigorating blast of grapefruit and lemon, quickly spiced up by the intriguing freshness of coriander. As it settles, a warm, aromatic heart emerges with caraway, cardamom, and the subtle floral nuance of violet leaf and rose. The base delivers a long-lasting spiritual grounding, weaving together smoky incense, deep labdanum, and a clean musk to create a truly enveloping and mysterious sillage.

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