Epic Woman by Amouage
Brand: Amouage
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A rich, mysterious oriental fragrance where spicy rose and incense-like tea unfold over oud, woods, amber, and soft balsamic warmth.
Is Epic Woman worth it?
How it smells: Opens with caraway, cinnamon and pink nerium oleander, Damask rose and tea at the heart, then dries down to agarwood (oud) and olibanum.
Scent Score: 81/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 89, reputation 67, versatility 73, layerability 95 and value 74, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Oriental · Oriental Spicy
EDP · Introduced 2009 · Women
Key accords: Caraway, Cinnamon, Pink Nerium Oleander, Damask Rose, Tea, Geranium
Top Notes
- Caraway
- Cinnamon
- Pink Nerium Oleander
Heart Notes
- Damask Rose
- Tea
- Geranium
- Jasmine
Base Notes
- Agarwood (Oud)
- Olibanum
- Patchouli
- Amber
- Sandalowood
- Guaiac Wood
- Vanilla
- Orris Root
- Musk
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Epic Woman by Amouage belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A rich, mysterious oriental fragrance where spicy rose and incense-like tea unfold over oud, woods, amber, and soft balsamic warmth. Epic Woman opens with Caraway, Cinnamon, and Pink Nerium Oleander. The heart brings Damask Rose, Tea, Geranium, and Jasmine. It dries down to Agarwood (Oud), Olibanum, Patchouli, Amber, Sandalowood, Guaiac Wood, Vanilla, Orris Root, and Musk.
How to wear Epic Woman
On skin, Epic Woman by Amouage has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Good Girl by Carolina Herrera. Apply Epic Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Epic Woman : 2 sprays Good Girl and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Epic Woman opens with Caraway, Cinnamon, and Pink Nerium Oleander.
The heart brings Damask Rose, Tea, Geranium, and Jasmine.
It dries down to Agarwood (Oud), Olibanum, Patchouli, Amber, Sandalowood, Guaiac Wood, Vanilla, Orris Root, and Musk.
What to layer with Epic Woman
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon, patchouli, and amber.
Order: Apply Epic Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Epic Woman : 2 sprays Good Girl
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share tea, jasmine, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Epic Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Epic Woman : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
La Vie Est Belle by Lancôme
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, patchouli, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Epic Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer La Vie Est Belle on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Epic Woman : 2 sprays La Vie Est Belle
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon, jasmine, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Epic Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Epic Woman : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
West Side by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, amber, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Epic Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer West Side on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Epic Woman : 2 sprays West Side
Pairings to approach with care
Eau de Gingembre by Mizensir
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Epic Woman has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Eau de Gingembre brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Epic Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Eau de Gingembre on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Epic Woman : 2 sprays Eau de Gingembre
Amour Sans Detour Valentino by Valentino
Not Recommended · 30/99
Epic Woman has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Amour Sans Detour Valentino brings a chypre contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Epic Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amour Sans Detour Valentino on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Epic Woman : 2 sprays Amour Sans Detour Valentino
Related fragrances and why
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include cinnamon, patchouli, and amber.
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include tea, jasmine, and patchouli.
- La Vie Est Belle by Lancôme — Both include jasmine, patchouli, and vanilla.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Epic Woman?
Epic Woman opens with Caraway, Cinnamon, and Pink Nerium Oleander. The heart brings Damask Rose, Tea, Geranium, and Jasmine. It dries down to Agarwood (Oud), Olibanum, Patchouli, Amber, Sandalowood, Guaiac Wood, Vanilla, Orris Root, and Musk.
How long does Epic Woman last, and how strong is it?
Epic Woman by Amouage has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Epic Woman?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Epic Woman?
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon, patchouli, and amber. Apply Epic Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Epic Woman : 2 sprays Good Girl.
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