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Amber Star

by Chris Maurice

Xerjoff Amber Star is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Chris Maurice. Amber Star opens with Ylang-Ylang, Cedar, and Ambergris, settles into a heart of Guaiac Wood, Balsam, and Myrrh, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Opoponax, Benzoin, and Vanilla. Xerjoff's Amber Star carries an Acquired verdict, a amber-led wear.

This one's a proper head-turner, but the drama isn't just in the scent; it's in the price tag and the baffling 'bundle-only' release. Amber Star is a complex, indulgent ambergris dream that should be flying off shelves, but Xerjoff's marketing has made it a cult classic rather than a crowd-pleaser.
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Edgy
  • Clean
  • Classic
Amber Star Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 9%
Fruity 1%
Green 0%
Sweet 27%
Warm 20%
Woody 28%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 15%
Fresh 4%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and incredible longevity make it too much for the office. However, its rich, sweet, and sensual nature, often described as 'sexy' and 'classy,' makes it perfectly suited for special occasions, formal events, and intimate date nights. It's a night-out showstopper, not a casual daytime spritz.

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About

Amber Star opens with a seductive blend of aromatic ylang-ylang, a hint of cedar, and the distinct saline warmth of ambergris. This quickly deepens into a rich, balsamic heart of guaiac wood and myrrh, resinous and almost church-like. The base anchors it with creamy sandalwood, sweet opoponax, and a decadent, vanillic benzoin, creating a smooth, opulent finish that lingers for ages. It's a journey from intriguing start to a sumptuous, enveloping drydown.