L'Artisan Parfumeur 1993 EDT

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L'Eau d'Ambre

by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni

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L'Artisan Parfumeur L'Eau d'Ambre is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1993, created by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni. L'Eau d'Ambre settles into a heart of Amber, Patchouli, Geranium, and Vanilla. L'Artisan Parfumeur's L'Eau d'Ambre carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive amber, some find this a beautiful, comforting blanket of scent, while others recoil from its dusty, old-fashioned facets. It's a proper amber that demands you either fall for its vintage charm or run a mile.
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  • Cozy
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Relaxed
  • Mysterious
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L'Eau d'Ambre 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate sillage makes it acceptable for office wear if applied lightly, but its warm, sensual character shines on dates or special evenings. While some find it too 'old-school' for everyday, many enjoy its comforting aura casually at home, particularly in colder weather.

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

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

L'Eau d'Ambre envelops you in a warm, resinous embrace, a sophisticated but earthy amber, mellowed by a creamy touch of vanilla. Underneath, a clean, powdery patchouli adds depth without overwhelming, while a whisper of spicy geranium lends a subtle, almost rosy lift. Imagine a cherished old book, its pages fragrant with time and a hint of something sweet - that's the vibe here.

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