Amouroud 2016 EDP

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Safran Rare

by Claude Dir

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Amouroud Safran Rare is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Claude Dir. Safran Rare opens with Bergamot, Geranium, Freesia, and Incense, and settles into a heart of Cedar, Rose, Jasmine, and Saffron. It lasts about 6 to 10 hours on skin, fills a room and is best in spring, autumn and winter. Amouroud's Safran Rare carries a Statement verdict, an elemental-led wear.

This one's a divisive oud-saffron bomb that some absolutely adore for its smoky, leathery depth and beast-mode performance, while others find the saffron muted and the overall impression a bit one-note. Expect opulent warmth, but be warned, it's not for the faint of heart.
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Safran Rare Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

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How It Wears

On the skin

Presence
Fills a room
Skin close to overpowering
Longevity
Long
Very short to very long
Changes during wear
Changes clearly
Steady to transforms

Its character

DistinctivenessIts own twist
MoodCalming
CharacterSerious
SentimentBrooding

Ease of wear

Mostly easy

What people think

Divisiveness
Broadly liked

When To Wear

Seasons

Spring Autumn Winter Summer

Time of day

Occasions

  • Date Best
  • Formal Also works
  • Casual Also works
  • Office Not ideal
  • Sport Not ideal

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with an assertive blast of smoky incense and aromatic geranium, quickly giving way to a rich, opulent heart of creamy saffron and delicate rose, underpinned by a prominent, slightly leathery oud. As it dries, cedar and sandalwood emerge, blending with a balsamic benzoin and a hint of vanilla for a smooth, comforting finish. A dense, warm spicy and woody affair.

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