Opus XVI Timber by Amouage
Brand: Amouage
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A forest-cabin woody: cypress, cardamom, juniper, pink pepper and cocoa over lavandin, fir balsam and Hojari frankincense, on palo santo, vanilla, sandalwood, cedar and patchouli.
Is Opus XVI Timber worth it?
How it smells: Opens with cypress, cardamom and juniper, lavandin and fir balsam at the heart, then dries down to palo santo and vanilla.
Scent Score: 70/100 (Good). Under the radar. New and picking up. Worth getting to know before everyone else does. Performance 67, versatility 73, layerability 84 and value 52, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2025 · Unisex
Key accords: Cypress, Cardamom, Juniper, Pink Pepper, Cocoa, Lavandin
Top Notes
- Cypress
- Cardamom
- Juniper
- Pink Pepper
- Cocoa
Heart Notes
- Lavandin
- Fir Balsam
- Frankincense
Base Notes
- Palo Santo
- Vanilla
- Sandalwood
- Cedarwood
- Patchouli
Occasions: Evening, Casual, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Opus XVI Timber by Amouage belongs to the woody fragrance family. A forest-cabin woody: cypress, cardamom, juniper, pink pepper and cocoa over lavandin, fir balsam and Hojari frankincense, on palo santo, vanilla, sandalwood, cedar and patchouli. Opus XVI Timber opens with Cypress, Cardamom, Juniper, Pink Pepper, and Cocoa. The heart brings Lavandin, Fir Balsam, and Frankincense. It dries down to Palo Santo, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, and Patchouli.
How to wear Opus XVI Timber
On skin, Opus XVI Timber by Amouage has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, casual, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Lost Cherry by Tom Ford. Apply Opus XVI Timber first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Opus XVI Timber : 2 sprays Lost Cherry and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Opus XVI Timber opens with Cypress, Cardamom, Juniper, Pink Pepper, and Cocoa.
The heart brings Lavandin, Fir Balsam, and Frankincense.
It dries down to Palo Santo, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Opus XVI Timber
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, sandalwood, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Opus XVI Timber first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opus XVI Timber : 2 sprays Lost Cherry
Chance by Chanel
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper and patchouli.
Order: Apply Opus XVI Timber first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chance on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opus XVI Timber : 2 sprays Chance
Le Male Le Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom and vanilla.
Order: Apply Opus XVI Timber first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male Le Parfum on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opus XVI Timber : 2 sprays Le Male Le Parfum
Tubéreuse Astrale by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, pink pepper, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Opus XVI Timber first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tubéreuse Astrale on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opus XVI Timber : 2 sprays Tubéreuse Astrale
Gold by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share juniper, vanilla, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Opus XVI Timber first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gold on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opus XVI Timber : 2 sprays Gold
Pairings to approach with care
Ray of Wonder Rose by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Ray of Wonder Rose brings a fruity contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Opus XVI Timber first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ray of Wonder Rose on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opus XVI Timber : 2 sprays Ray of Wonder Rose
Hypnotic Vanilla by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Hypnotic Vanilla brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Opus XVI Timber first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hypnotic Vanilla on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Opus XVI Timber : 2 sprays Hypnotic Vanilla
Related fragrances and why
- Lost Cherry by Tom Ford — Both include vanilla, sandalwood, and patchouli.
- Chance by Chanel — Both include pink pepper and patchouli.
- Le Male Le Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier — Both include cardamom and vanilla.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Opus XVI Timber?
Opus XVI Timber opens with Cypress, Cardamom, Juniper, Pink Pepper, and Cocoa. The heart brings Lavandin, Fir Balsam, and Frankincense. It dries down to Palo Santo, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, and Patchouli.
How long does Opus XVI Timber last, and how strong is it?
Opus XVI Timber by Amouage has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Opus XVI Timber?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, casual, and special occasion.
What layers well with Opus XVI Timber?
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, sandalwood, and patchouli. Apply Opus XVI Timber first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Opus XVI Timber : 2 sprays Lost Cherry.
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