Baldessarini 2017 EDT

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Ambre Oud

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Baldessarini Ambre Oud is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2017. Ambre Oud opens with Whisky and Apple, settles into a heart of Leather, Oud, Patchouli, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Oak, Amber, and Labdanum. Baldessarini's Ambre Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive and unapologetic, Ambre Oud is not for the faint-hearted. It's a bold, boozy, and animalic beast that you'll either adore for its rugged elegance or absolutely despise for its 'stinky barnyard' qualities. Definitely not a blind buy.
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  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
  • Edgy
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Ambre Oud Eau de Toilette 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

With strong longevity and sillage, plus a heavy, boozy profile, this is far too intense for office or casual daytime wear. It's best reserved for evening dates or formal events where its rugged elegance can shine without overpowering. Many reviewers noted its unsuitability for work.

About

Opens with a potent, almost bitter whisky blast alongside a hint of crisp apple, quickly ushering in a dark, intense leather and animalic oud. As it settles, earthy patchouli and a touch of violet weave through the leathery heart, eventually drying down to a rich, warm base of amber and oak, with labdanum adding a resinous depth.

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