Lyric Woman by Amouage
Brand: Amouage
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A lush, incense-tinged rose fragrance woven with warm spices, balsamic woods, and sensual musk.
Is Lyric Woman worth it?
How it smells: Opens with cardamom, cinnamon and ginger, rose and geranium at the heart, then dries down to incense and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 88/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 89, reputation 94, versatility 81, layerability 100 and value 74, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Spring, fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Feminine.
Scent Character
Oriental · Floral Oriental
EDP · Introduced 2008 · Women
Key accords: Cardamom, Cinnamon, Ginger, Bergamot, Rose, Geranium
Top Notes
- Cardamom
- Cinnamon
- Ginger
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Incense
- Sandalwood
- Woodsy Notes
- Musk
- Patchouli
- Tonka Bean
- Oakmoss
- Vanilla
- Vetiver
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Lyric Woman by Amouage belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A lush, incense-tinged rose fragrance woven with warm spices, balsamic woods, and sensual musk. Lyric Woman opens with Cardamom, Cinnamon, Ginger, and Bergamot. The heart brings Rose, Geranium, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Angelica, and Jasmine. It dries down to Incense, Sandalwood, Woodsy Notes, Musk, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Oakmoss, Vanilla, and Vetiver.
How to wear Lyric Woman
On skin, Lyric Woman by Amouage has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Lyric Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Lyric Woman : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Lyric Woman opens with Cardamom, Cinnamon, Ginger, and Bergamot.
The heart brings Rose, Geranium, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Angelica, and Jasmine.
It dries down to Incense, Sandalwood, Woodsy Notes, Musk, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Oakmoss, Vanilla, and Vetiver.
What to layer with Lyric Woman
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share ginger, jasmine, and incense.
Order: Apply Lyric Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Lyric Woman : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, sandalwood, and tonka bean.
Order: Apply Lyric Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Lyric Woman : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, patchouli, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Lyric Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Lyric Woman : 2 sprays Black Opium
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply Lyric Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Lyric Woman : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon, bergamot, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Lyric 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 Lyric Woman : 2 sprays Good Girl
Pairings to approach with care
H24 by Hermès
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Lyric Woman has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. H24 brings an aromatic contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Lyric Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer H24 on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Lyric Woman : 2 sprays H24
Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne by Jo Malone London
Not Recommended · 33/99
Lyric Woman has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne brings an aromatic contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Lyric Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Lyric Woman : 2 sprays Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include ginger, jasmine, and incense.
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include cardamom, sandalwood, and tonka bean.
- Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include jasmine, patchouli, and vanilla.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Lyric Woman?
Lyric Woman opens with Cardamom, Cinnamon, Ginger, and Bergamot. The heart brings Rose, Geranium, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Angelica, and Jasmine. It dries down to Incense, Sandalwood, Woodsy Notes, Musk, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Oakmoss, Vanilla, and Vetiver.
How long does Lyric Woman last, and how strong is it?
Lyric Woman by Amouage has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Lyric Woman?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Lyric Woman?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share ginger, jasmine, and incense. Apply Lyric Woman first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Lyric Woman : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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