Ormonde Jayne 2017 EDP

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Ambroisé

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Ormonde Jayne Ambroisé is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017. Ambroisé opens with Allspice, Spicy Notes, Lemon, and Orange, settles into a heart of Marigold, Cedar, Rose, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Amber, Oakmoss, Vanilla, and Castoreum. Ormonde Jayne's Ambroisé carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A joyous mix of opulent florals and candied fruits, Ambroisé is a bright, easy-going crowd-pleaser that won't overwhelm, despite its rich composition. It's happy, but perhaps a little too discreet for some.
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Ambroisé Eau de Parfum 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:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Given its moderate sillage and 'happy' and 'casual' feel noted in reviews, Ambroisé is highly versatile for daily wear, suiting office and casual settings perfectly. Its floral-fruity elegance also makes it a good choice for dates, though it might be a bit too understated for truly formal events.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

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

Ambroisé kicks off with a zesty, spicy burst of citrus - think vibrant orange and lime sharpened by a hint of pimiento. This bright opening softens into a heart brimming with juicy raspberry and a lush bouquet of florals, prominently featuring osmanthus, iris, and magnolia. The scent then settles into a warm, powdery embrace of amber and vanilla, grounded by a subtle touch of oakmoss and an almost-toffee-like woodiness.

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