Rook Perfumes 2018 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Amber

by Nadeem Crowe

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Rook Perfumes Amber is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Nadeem Crowe. Amber opens with Saffron, settles into a heart of Smoke and Amber, and dries down to a base of Musk, Resins, and Tonka Bean. Rook Perfumes's Amber carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one is pure campfire catharsis - a smoky, resinous amber that's either a stroke of genius or a burning bin fire, depending on who you ask. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you love a challenge, it's a bold, unforgettable ride.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Confident
  • Cozy
  • Mysterious
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Amber Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Saffron100%
Heartas listed
Smoke58%
Amber42%
Baseas listed
Resins42%
Tonka Bean30%
Musk28%

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
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its strong smoky character and robust projection make it entirely unsuitable for office wear, which demands subtlety. It's much better suited for casual outdoor events or a bold statement on a date, where its unique profile can be appreciated without overwhelming close quarters. The intensity of its accords lowers its suitability for most formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

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Ethics and formulation

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About

Amber opens with a distinctive, slightly sweet saffron, quickly engulfed by a rich, tar-like smoke that dominates the composition. This smouldering intensity is grounded by deep, warm resins and a hint of dark, musky tonka bean in the dry down. It's less a conventional amber and more an olfactory journey through a bonfire, leaving a lasting impression of charred wood and sweet, balsamic warmth.

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