Ashore by Amouage
Brand: Amouage
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A sun-drenched coastal floral inspired by Ras Al Jinz: pink pepper, cardamom and turmeric leaf over jasmine sambac, a solar accord and rose, settling on ambergris, frankincense and sandalwood.
Is Ashore worth it?
How it smells: Opens with pink pepper, cardamom and turmeric, jasmine sambac and solar notes at the heart, then dries down to ambergris and frankincense.
Scent Score: 66/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Gives less for its price tier than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 67, versatility 73, layerability 66 and value 52, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and summer, for daytime and casual days. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2020 · Unisex
Key accords: Pink Pepper, Cardamom, Turmeric, Jasmine Sambac, Solar Notes, Rose
Top Notes
- Pink Pepper
- Cardamom
- Turmeric
Heart Notes
- Jasmine Sambac
- Solar Notes
- Rose
Base Notes
- Ambergris
- Frankincense
- Sandalwood
Occasions: Daytime, Vacation, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Ashore by Amouage belongs to the floral fragrance family. A sun-drenched coastal floral inspired by Ras Al Jinz: pink pepper, cardamom and turmeric leaf over jasmine sambac, a solar accord and rose, settling on ambergris, frankincense and sandalwood. Ashore opens with Pink Pepper, Cardamom, and Turmeric. The heart brings Jasmine Sambac, Solar Notes, and Rose. It dries down to Ambergris, Frankincense, and Sandalwood.
How to wear Ashore
On skin, Ashore by Amouage has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime, vacation, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Nomade by Chloé. Apply Ashore first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Ashore : 2 sprays Nomade and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Ashore opens with Pink Pepper, Cardamom, and Turmeric.
The heart brings Jasmine Sambac, Solar Notes, and Rose.
It dries down to Ambergris, Frankincense, and Sandalwood.
What to layer with Ashore
Nomade by Chloé
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Ashore first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ashore : 2 sprays Nomade
Santal Volcanique by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, cardamom, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Ashore first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal Volcanique on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ashore : 2 sprays Santal Volcanique
Neroli Nasimba by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper and cardamom.
Order: Apply Ashore first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Nasimba on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ashore : 2 sprays Neroli Nasimba
Purpose by Amouage
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, rose, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Ashore first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Purpose on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ashore : 2 sprays Purpose
Somebody Wood by Phlur
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, cardamom, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Ashore first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Somebody Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ashore : 2 sprays Somebody Wood
Pairings to approach with care
Arabians Tonka by Montale
Not Recommended · 32/99
Arabians Tonka has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Arabians Tonka brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Ashore first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Arabians Tonka on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ashore : 1 spray Arabians Tonka
Supremacy Incense by Afnan
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 35/99
Supremacy Incense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Supremacy Incense brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Ashore first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Supremacy Incense on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ashore : 1 spray Supremacy Incense
Related fragrances and why
- Nomade by ChloéBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include rose and sandalwood.
- Santal Volcanique by Maison Crivelli — Both include pink pepper, cardamom, and sandalwood.
- Neroli Nasimba by Maison Crivelli — Both include pink pepper and cardamom.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Ashore?
Ashore opens with Pink Pepper, Cardamom, and Turmeric. The heart brings Jasmine Sambac, Solar Notes, and Rose. It dries down to Ambergris, Frankincense, and Sandalwood.
How long does Ashore last, and how strong is it?
Ashore by Amouage has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Ashore?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime, vacation, and casual.
What layers well with Ashore?
Nomade by Chloé is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood. Apply Ashore first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Ashore : 2 sprays Nomade.
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