Orientica 2023 EDP

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Amber Noir

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Orientica Amber Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Amber Noir opens with Carrot Seeds, Elemi, and Fig, settles into a heart of Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Orientica's Amber Noir carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

Prepare for a proper love-it-or-hate-it situation with Amber Noir. For some, it's a classy, dark woody masterpiece; for others, it's an unwearable dill pickle. Definitely not a blind buy unless you thrive on olfactory risk.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Luxurious
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Amber Noir Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Santal 33 by Le Labo
1%
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Santal 33 the original Amber Noir inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Carrot Seeds36%
Fig35%
Elemi29%
Heartas listed
Lily of the Valley100%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood44%
Musk30%
Cedar26%

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:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, along with its unique and potent woody profile, make it less suited for an office environment. However, these same qualities, plus its dark and sophisticated character, make it perfect for formal events or evening date nights where standing out is desired.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT (66%), AQUA & FRAGRANCE, CITRAL, FARNESOL, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Amber Noir opens with an unusual, earthy blend of fig and a distinct, rooty carrot, underpinned by the resinous zing of elemi. This intriguing start quickly yields to a surprisingly soft, clean lily of the valley, a brief floral interlude amidst the dominant woods. The drydown is a deeply rich affair, a robust concoction of creamy sandalwood, rugged cedar, and a subtle, grounding musk, creating a sophisticated and enduring woody aura.

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