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Poll Results: Best/Favorite Amber

This is a multiple choice poll
  • 12% (12)
    Prada Amber Pour Homme Intense
  • 29% (29)
    Ambre Sultan
  • 15% (15)
    Amber Absolute
  • 20% (20)
    Ambre 114
  • 9% (9)
    Ambre Narguile
  • 14% (14)
    Ambre Russe
99 Total Votes  
post #1 of 57
3/23/13 at 2:22am
Thread Starter 
Hello guys,
I'm not exactly new to basenotes or fragrances. I have been looking at and referring to the forums on basenotes and have managed to build up a pretty decent designer fragrance collection. Lately, I have been really interested in niche fragrances, and would really like opinions of you'll basenoters before dropping the big buck on niche fragrances. And that's the reason I finally joined Basenotes.
So you know the drill; please tell me which is your favorite amber based fragrance from the list provided. I have heard tons about all of these equally and would like to know which is the most loved amber.
Also, please make your choice for a young professional guy who gives off a very mature vibe (Me!)
Thanks guys
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post #2 of 57
3/23/13 at 2:30am
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Lancome Hypnose Homme - albeit not entirely all about amber, it has it, it's relatively contemporary frag and gives off the "mature" vibe.

Prada Amber - soapy, powdery sweet but mature

Baldessarini Ambre - mature, refined and somewhat classy - more for the evening.
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post #3 of 57
3/23/13 at 2:39am
YSL M7 has one of the best Amber drydown ever, but how many people can remember it?

Not to mention two underdogs:
"Amber" by Arno Sorel, and
"AmbreGris" by Alyssa Ashley.

In particular way, this last one: I can't believe no one knows "AmbreGris" by AA.
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post #4 of 57
3/23/13 at 3:16am
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Sorry to see that Ambre Precieux by Maitre Parfumeur isn't included in this list.

It's a masterpiece to me.

I love Amber and I tested a lot of Amber-scents but this one stands out for me.

From your list I vote for Ambre Russe.
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post #5 of 57
3/23/13 at 3:39am
My favorite Amber is Bond no 9 New York Amber. It is addictive and projects like a monster. I know it isn't usually listed with the "Classics" but it is wonderful
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post #6 of 57
3/23/13 at 3:58am
From this list, a close competition between Prada Amber Intense and Ambre Sultan
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post #7 of 57
3/23/13 at 4:29am
From the above list Ambre 114 followed by Amber Absolute and Ambre Russe.

Other favourites include -

Montale Blue Amber.
Parfumerie Generale L'Ombre Fauve.
Ramon Monegal Ambra di Luna.
MPG Ambre Precieux.
L'Artisan L'Eau d'Ambre.
Annick Goutal Ambre Fetiche.
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post #8 of 57
3/23/13 at 6:08am
HdP Ambre 114 is my favourite amber followed closely by Amber Mediterranea.
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post #9 of 57
3/23/13 at 6:43am
Amouage Opus VI
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post #10 of 57
3/23/13 at 7:00am
I really find amber to be pretty heavy and nauseating most of the time. Ironically. Amber Absolute is one of the heaviest ambers I've ever smelled, if not, the heaviest. But for some reason, it works for me.
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post #11 of 57
3/23/13 at 7:01am
Ambre 114
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post #12 of 57
3/23/13 at 7:13am
Prada Amber Pour Homme Intense is the only one I tried on the list. Not bad, but don't reach for it often.
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post #13 of 57
3/23/13 at 7:22am
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Originally Posted by TLS View Post

Sorry to see that Ambre Precieux by Maitre Parfumeur isn't included in this list. It's a masterpiece to me.

Same as the above, voted for Ambre 114 from Histoires as the one above isn't on your list...
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post #14 of 57
3/23/13 at 8:42am
Le Soirire de Diable by L' Antichambre - never thought I would use the words favorite and amber in the same sentence, but this one is. Normally don't like amber fragrances, But. Far from the standard amber it has some spice twists and turns in it.

Ambre Narguile is my favorite on your list.
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post #15 of 57
3/23/13 at 11:23am
I voted for Prada Amber Pour Homme Intense - as I really like the quality-to-price ratio...and the nice use of myrrh and patchouli in the composition (among other notes) besides amber.

However, I love Annick Goutal's Ambre Fetiche (as another BN member noted). Brilliant!

I also like Ambre by L`Occitane en Provence and Voyage en Mediterranee Labdanum de Seville L`Occitane en Provence for the rockrose/cistus where amber originates from. Perhaps, not an actual 'listed' note as amber - but it takes you to a truly special place.

Amber is amazing on my wife's olive skin - so I find the affinity more with her, but indulge at times myself. A truly wonderful note in fragrance (especially with all the variations of 'how' amber comes to be). The amber note obtained in perfumes is sweet, resinous, cozy and warm, often rather powdery note recreated from a mix of balsams, usually labdanum, benzoin, vanilla, styrax and fir or a combination of some of these.

Cheers,

ericrico
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post #16 of 57
3/23/13 at 12:01pm
Ambre Nuit by Dior fits your description better than any of these IMO.
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post #17 of 57
3/23/13 at 12:43pm
My favourites for potent ambers are:

Le Labo - Labdanum 18
Montale - Blue Amber
PdN - Sacrebleu
Musc Ravageur (I always perceive it more as an amber than a musc scent)
Dior - Ambre Nuit

Ambre Russe, Ambre d'Carthage and Ambre Sultan would come second.
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post #18 of 57
3/23/13 at 1:21pm
Ambre 114 for me, as the only one I have ever gotten a compliment on. And it is long lasting, without being so intense and forward.
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post #19 of 57
3/23/13 at 2:55pm
Voted for Ambre Sultan from this list, but my favorite amber is MPG Ambre Précieux.
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post #20 of 57
3/23/13 at 5:05pm
My favorite amber is Ambre Sultan. It's the one I judge others against.

i don't think Ambre Narguile is an amber, despite the name. It's much more a gourmand to my nose.
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post #21 of 57
3/23/13 at 5:09pm
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Originally Posted by TLS View Post

Sorry to see that Ambre Precieux by Maitre Parfumeur isn't included in this list.

It's a masterpiece to me.

I love Amber and I tested a lot of Amber-scents but this one stands out for me.

From your list I vote for Ambre Russe.

Bingo
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post #22 of 57
3/23/13 at 5:32pm
My favorites; Amber Absolute, followed by Ambre Sultan.


Not a fan of Ambre Russe or Ambre Narguile.

I like a more resinous deep amber.
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post #23 of 57
3/23/13 at 6:09pm
Ambre 114 is excellent.
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post #24 of 57
3/23/13 at 6:12pm
The SULTAN is the leader.
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post #25 of 57
3/23/13 at 6:32pm
I voted for Amber Absolute / Ambre 114. Two incredible amber fragrances.

However, as some have noted, you are missing some very good ones. Like:

Baldessarini Ambre
Dolce & Gabbana The One
Armani Prive Ambre Orient
L'Air du Desert Marocain
Amouage Opus VI
Profumi del Forte - Ambra Mediterranea
Bond No. 9 New York Amber
by Kilian Amber Oud
Dior Ambre Nuit

I would highly recommend giving these a try.

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Originally Posted by rubegon View Post

i don't think Ambre Narguile is an amber, despite the name. It's much more a gourmand to my nose.

Agree with this. Smells like apple pie. A bit too sweet for me.
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post #26 of 57
3/23/13 at 6:35pm
Ambre Topkapi, Ambre Nuit, LDDM, Opus VI. None of which are on the list.
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post #27 of 57
3/23/13 at 8:27pm
I'm surprised LDDM doesn't get mentioned more often in Amber polls. LDDM and Ambre Sultan are so similar, beginning spicy and ending at a rich amber, though I strongly prefer LDDM's dusty blend of spices. It's funny how easily people are led by a name. Tauer could have easily named LDDM "Ambre Marocain" or Ambre anything, really.
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post #28 of 57
3/23/13 at 8:32pm
Wore Ambre Precieux tonight for the first time and was very impressed. Light for an amber, slightly sweet with some softness probably due to the vanilla backbone in the dry down. Considering buying a bottle since it is pretty cheap.
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post #29 of 57
3/23/13 at 8:37pm
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Originally Posted by L'Homme Blanc Individuel View Post

LDDM and Ambre Sultan are so similar, beginning spicy and ending at a rich amber.

IMO, or To My Nose, they are different. Ambre Sultan is much much simpler in its structure than LDDM. LDDM has a more complex pyramid of notes. LDDM is also creamier, while the Sultan is sharper.
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post #30 of 57
3/23/13 at 9:19pm
From your list, Ambre Sultan other the reference amber Versilia Vintage - Ambra Mediterranea by Profumi del Forte.
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post #31 of 57
3/23/13 at 11:30pm
L'Air du Desert Marocain followed by Ambre 114
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post #32 of 57
3/23/13 at 11:46pm
Voted for the Prada, but I'd really rather have lifetime supplies of Gucci Pour Homme and Gaultier 2. And whoever said Musc Ravageur, I second that.
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post #33 of 57
3/24/13 at 12:31am
From your list, i'll go for Ambre 114 and Ambre sultan

other great contenders that many have already mentioned are Ambre Précieux, Versilia Vintage - Ambra Mediterranea by Profumi del Forte and L'Air du Desert Marocain

Also, Black Amber by Agonist is interesting as well
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post #34 of 57
3/24/13 at 2:45am
Ambra di Luna-Ramon Monegal
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post #35 of 57
3/24/13 at 3:07am
Ambre Précieux

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post #36 of 57
3/24/13 at 5:05am
Thread Starter 
Hey guys. Thanks everyone for responding.
I already own Prada Amber Intense. I have tried Ambre Sultan and was looking to purchase it soon. But looks like I have to try a couple other ambers before buying one.
Also, sorry for not adding Ambre Preciuex to the list. Didn't realize its so good and so popular.
But, which of these is the best compliment getter? I'm assuming the more gourmandish a fragrance is, the more attractive it is to the ladies. (for a mature 23 year old)
Anyways, thanks again for welcoming me on Basenotes!
And I must say the frag community is pretty darn active and prompt. I didn't expect the number of responses in just about a day!
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post #37 of 57
3/24/13 at 5:25am
From your list: Ambre 114

When you get a chance, try a sample of Profumum's Ambra Aurea
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post #38 of 57
3/24/13 at 6:10am
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Originally Posted by Aymu.ali View Post

But, which of these is the best compliment getter?

...from the ambers I wore: Ambre Précieux...!
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post #39 of 57
3/24/13 at 7:25am
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Originally Posted by Trauerkraut View Post

Ambre Précieux


Is that the new bottle or old?
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post #40 of 57
3/24/13 at 9:50am
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Originally Posted by Buysblind View Post

Is that the new bottle or old?

...it's supposed to be a 200ml bottle in a silk cover (against the influence of light I guess) bought three/four years ago.
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post #41 of 57
3/24/13 at 10:57am
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Originally Posted by Aymu.ali View Post

But, which of these is the best compliment getter? I'm assuming the more gourmandish a fragrance is, the more attractive it is to the ladies. (for a mature 23 year old)

The only amber fragrances that I get compliments with are Bond No. 9 New York Amber and LDDM. Big compliment getters. None of the other ones really.

Good Luck
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post #42 of 57
3/24/13 at 2:27pm
From your list Ambre 114 but my reference ambers are Versilia Vintage Ambra Mediterranea and Ambre Precieux.
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post #43 of 57
3/24/13 at 2:57pm
Les Nombres d'Or-Oud by Mona di Orio (in my opinion this is basically an ambery fragrance and a wonderful one)
Les Nombres d'Or- Ambre by Mona di Orio
Costume National Scent Intense
Ambra Nera Farmacia Ss. Annunziata
Mazzolari Ambra
Versilia Vintage Ambra Mediterranea
Ambre Precieux
By Kilian Amber Oud
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post #44 of 57
3/28/13 at 12:31pm
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Amouage Opus VI

obviously! this is the final word in "amber". it is, however, 270 euros.....
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post #45 of 57
3/28/13 at 1:08pm
I know, but sometimes just a decant of the finest juice can be enough.
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post #46 of 57
3/29/13 at 2:25am
Amber sultan, spicy amber, just gorgeous
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post #47 of 57
3/29/13 at 6:16am
Ambra Aurea Profumum
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post #48 of 57
4/3/13 at 12:36am
Having tried them all, and many many more (major Amber fan here), Amber Absolute is BY FAR my favorite. Perfumerie Generale's L'Ombre Fauve follows it, then Ambre Sultan. Ambre 114 is decent enough, and is probably the closest smelling to actual amber itself (which has a slightly rubbery aspect to it), but it's just too bland and sits too low on me to even compete with Absolute, Fauve, and Sultan.
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post #49 of 57
5/13/13 at 4:24pm
Ambre 114
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post #50 of 57
5/13/13 at 5:48pm
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Originally Posted by dianabi View Post

Amouage Opus VI

Just had the chance to sample this recently. More than 24 hours later, and after two showers, my sister could still smell this on me when I walked into the room. Two days later it was still quite apparent on my skin. Some pretty persistent stuff alright !
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post #51 of 57
5/13/13 at 6:31pm
Opus VI is great, but isn't it incense scent?
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post #52 of 57
5/13/13 at 6:52pm
I based it strictly on the one I liked, which is the only reason you should wear any of them.

Ambre Sultan
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post #53 of 57
5/13/13 at 6:55pm
Ambre Sultan: Spicy Amber, image I got from wearing this fantastic scent is 'Exotic Bazaar in the Oasis', really exotic.
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post #54 of 57
5/14/13 at 12:00am
Ambre Sultan.
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post #55 of 57
5/14/13 at 12:33am
Amber Absolute - absolutely.
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post #56 of 57
5/14/13 at 2:16am
Amber Mediterranea and Ambre Sultan.
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post #57 of 57
5/14/13 at 5:14am
MPG's Ambre Precieux!!!
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