Korres 2021 EDT

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Oceanic Amber

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Korres Oceanic Amber is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021. Oceanic Amber opens with Amber and Cedar, settles into a heart of Apple and Mint, and dries down to a base of Pepper and Cardamom. Korres's Oceanic Amber carries a Favourite verdict, a spicy-led wear.

This one is a real crowd-pleaser for amber lovers looking for something a bit fresher and less cloying. It's often compared to Versace Eros for its sweet, playful vibe, but manage your expectations for sillage and longevity.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Warm
  • Playful
  • Sweet
  • Cozy
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Oceanic Amber Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Amber58%
Cedar42%
Heartas listed
Mint53%
Apple47%
Baseas listed
Cardamom54%
Pepper46%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its generally light projection and fresh, yet cozy, profile make it ideal for casual wear and suitable for the office. For dates, it's a good choice due to its sweet and playful nature, but its lack of strong sillage might make it less impactful in formal settings.

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

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  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

Ethics and formulation

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About

Oceanic Amber opens with a surprisingly fresh burst of mint and crisp apple, quickly mellowing into a sweet, airy amber heart. This isn't your heavy, traditional amber; it's uplifted by green and aromatic nuances. The dry down weaves in subtle hints of cedar, softened by a gentle spice from cardamom and black pepper, creating a smooth, inviting warmth that lingers close to the skin.

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