Imitation Woman by Amouage
Brand: Amouage
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A bold aldehydic floral: rose, ylang-ylang, orange blossom and jasmine over blackcurrant buds, aldehydes and licorice, with incense, sandalwood and patchouli.
Is Imitation Woman worth it?
How it smells: Opens with rose, ylang-ylang and orange blossom, blackcurrant and aldehydes at the heart, then dries down to incense and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 68/100 (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 76 and value 52, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for evenings and the office. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Feminine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2018 · Women
Key accords: Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Blackcurrant, Aldehydes
Top Notes
- Rose
- Ylang-Ylang
- Orange Blossom
- Jasmine
Heart Notes
- Blackcurrant
- Aldehydes
- Licorice
Base Notes
- Incense
- Sandalwood
- Patchouli
Occasions: Evening, Office, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Imitation Woman by Amouage belongs to the floral fragrance family. A bold aldehydic floral: rose, ylang-ylang, orange blossom and jasmine over blackcurrant buds, aldehydes and licorice, with incense, sandalwood and patchouli. Imitation Woman opens with Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine. The heart brings Blackcurrant, Aldehydes, and Licorice. It dries down to Incense, Sandalwood, and Patchouli.
How to wear Imitation Woman
On skin, Imitation Woman by Amouage has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for evening, office, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is CK One by Calvin Klein. Apply Imitation Woman first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 1 spray Imitation Woman : 2 sprays CK One and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Imitation Woman opens with Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine.
The heart brings Blackcurrant, Aldehydes, and Licorice.
It dries down to Incense, Sandalwood, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Imitation Woman
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Imitation Woman first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Imitation Woman : 2 sprays CK One
Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake
BuySame 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 and patchouli.
Order: Apply Imitation Woman first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nuit d'Issey on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imitation Woman : 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey
Hacivat by Nishane
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and patchouli.
Order: Apply Imitation Woman first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hacivat on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imitation Woman : 2 sprays Hacivat
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and patchouli.
Order: Apply Imitation Woman first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imitation Woman : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
Papyrus Moléculaire by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense, sandalwood, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Imitation Woman first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Papyrus Moléculaire on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imitation Woman : 2 sprays Papyrus Moléculaire
Pairings to approach with care
Montabaco Rio by Ormonde Jayne
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Montabaco Rio brings a fruity contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Imitation Woman first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Montabaco Rio on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Imitation Woman : 2 sprays Montabaco Rio
Tobacco 01 Infinite by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Tobacco 01 Infinite brings a gourmand contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Imitation Woman first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco 01 Infinite on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Imitation Woman : 2 sprays Tobacco 01 Infinite
Related fragrances and why
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include rose, jasmine, and sandalwood.
- Nuit d'Issey by Issey MiyakeBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include incense and patchouli.
- Hacivat by Nishane — Both include jasmine and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Imitation Woman?
Imitation Woman opens with Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine. The heart brings Blackcurrant, Aldehydes, and Licorice. It dries down to Incense, Sandalwood, and Patchouli.
How long does Imitation Woman last, and how strong is it?
Imitation Woman by Amouage has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Imitation Woman?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits evening, office, and special occasion.
What layers well with Imitation Woman?
CK One by Calvin Klein is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, jasmine, and sandalwood. Apply Imitation Woman first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 1 spray Imitation Woman : 2 sprays CK One.
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