Amouroud 2016 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Dark Orchid

by Cécile Hua

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Amouroud Dark Orchid is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Cécile Hua. Dark Orchid opens with Citrus, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Gardenia, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Orchid, and Lotus, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Incense. Amouroud's Dark Orchid carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a divisive beast. If you're after something bold, dark, and sensual, Dark Orchid delivers. Just don't say we didn't warn you about its potency - a little goes a very long way, and it's definitely not for everyone.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Edgy
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Dark Orchid 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Dark Orchid is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming. It's a powerhouse, well-suited for dates or formal events where making a statement is key, but far too robust for an office setting or casual wear.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Dark Orchid plunges into a rich, heady floral heart, with orchid, jasmine, and ylang-ylang leading the charge. A subtle citrus opening quickly gives way to a creamy woods foundation of sandalwood and patchouli, deepened by a brooding incense and a touch of sweet vanilla. This is a thick, intoxicating scent, sensual and complex from start to finish.

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