Gold Man by Amouage
Brand: Amouage
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A grand, incense-laced floral bouquet of rose, jasmine, orris, and lily of the valley unfolds over a rich, animalic base of musk, civet, ambergris, woods, and moss.
Is Gold Man worth it?
How it smells: Opens with lily-of-the-valley, rose hip and incense, jasmine and orris root at the heart, then dries down to civet and musk.
Scent Score: 81/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 100, reputation 51, versatility 81, layerability 72 and value 85, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Floral · Floral Aldehydic
EDP · Introduced 1983 · Men
Key accords: Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose Hip, Incense, Jasmine, Orris Root, Myrrh
Top Notes
- Lily-of-the-Valley
- Rose Hip
- Incense
Heart Notes
- Jasmine
- Orris Root
- Myrrh
Base Notes
- Civet
- Musk
- Oakmoss
- Amber
- Sandalwood
- Patchouli
- Cedar
Occasions: Evening, Special Occasion, Date
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Gold Man by Amouage belongs to the floral fragrance family. A grand, incense-laced floral bouquet of rose, jasmine, orris, and lily of the valley unfolds over a rich, animalic base of musk, civet, ambergris, woods, and moss. Gold Man opens with Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose Hip, and Incense. The heart brings Jasmine, Orris Root, and Myrrh. It dries down to Civet, Musk, Oakmoss, Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Cedar.
How to wear Gold Man
On skin, Gold Man by Amouage has beast Mode longevity, enormous projection, an intensity of 10/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for evening, special occasion, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Gold Man first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 1 spray Gold Man : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Gold Man opens with Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose Hip, and Incense.
The heart brings Jasmine, Orris Root, and Myrrh.
It dries down to Civet, Musk, Oakmoss, Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Cedar.
What to layer with Gold Man
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Gold Man first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Gold Man : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily-of-the-valley, jasmine, and musk.
Order: Apply Gold Man first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gold Man : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, oakmoss, and amber.
Order: Apply Gold Man first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Gold Man : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
Bois Datchaï by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share oakmoss and patchouli.
Order: Apply Gold Man first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bois Datchaï on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Gold Man : 2 sprays Bois Datchaï
Layton Exclusif by Parfums de Marly
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share civet, amber, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Gold Man first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Layton Exclusif on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gold Man : 2 sprays Layton Exclusif
Pairings to approach with care
Volcanic Amber by Zara
Not Recommended · 30/99
Gold Man has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Volcanic Amber brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Gold Man first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Volcanic Amber on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Gold Man : 2 sprays Volcanic Amber
Golden Sweet Decade by Zara
Not Recommended · 30/99
Gold Man has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Golden Sweet Decade brings a gourmand contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Gold Man first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Golden Sweet Decade on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Gold Man : 2 sprays Golden Sweet Decade
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include incense, jasmine, and sandalwood.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include lily-of-the-valley, jasmine, and musk.
- Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9 — Both include jasmine, oakmoss, and amber.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Gold Man?
Gold Man opens with Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose Hip, and Incense. The heart brings Jasmine, Orris Root, and Myrrh. It dries down to Civet, Musk, Oakmoss, Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Cedar.
How long does Gold Man last, and how strong is it?
Gold Man by Amouage has beast Mode longevity, enormous projection, an intensity of 10/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Gold Man?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, special occasion, and date.
What layers well with Gold Man?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense, jasmine, and sandalwood. Apply Gold Man first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 1 spray Gold Man : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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