Dior 2014 Extrait

U £££££ Acquired

Ambre Elixir Precieux

by François Demachy

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Dior Ambre Elixir Precieux is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2014, created by François Demachy. Dior's Ambre Elixir Precieux carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a full-on amber experience that's proven divisive. Some find it a rich, animalic masterpiece, others a challenging, even offensive scent. Nuclear performance means you'll be noticed, for better or worse.
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  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
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Ambre Elixir Precieux Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Allas listed
Amber100%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

With its enormous sillage and eternal longevity, this is far too potent for office wear. It's best suited for intimate evening settings like dates or formal events where its depth and warmth can truly shine, especially in cooler weather.

About

Ambre Elixir Precieux is a deep dive into pure amber. It kicks off with a potent, almost dirty animalic punch, leathery and smoky, before settling into a thick, oily, and incredibly warm resinous heart. There's a subtle sweetness that emerges, but it never fully sheds its initial raw, almost primal character. Expect a rich, enveloping scent that leans heavily into the complex facets of labdanum and benzoin.

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