Outlands by Amouage
Brand: Amouage
Concentration: Extrait
What it smells like
A dense amber woody blend: frankincense, cardamom and Sichuan pepper open onto saffron, cumin and rose, then a smoky base of oud, birch, vanilla and labdanum.
Is Outlands worth it?
How it smells: Opens with frankincense, cardamom and elemi, patchouli and anise at the heart, then dries down to vanilla.
Scent Score: 82/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 100, versatility 81, layerability 39 and value 85, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Oriental Woody · Spicy Amber Woody
Extrait · Introduced 2020 · Unisex
Key accords: Frankincense, Cardamom, elemi, Lemon, Bergamot, Sichuan Pepper
Top Notes
- Frankincense
- Cardamom
- elemi
- Lemon
- Bergamot
- Sichuan Pepper
Heart Notes
- Patchouli
- Anise
- Coriander
- Saffron
- Cumin
- Orange Blossom
- Wormwood
- Geranium
- Rose
Base Notes
Occasions: evening, formal, special occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Outlands by Amouage belongs to the oriental woody fragrance family. A dense amber woody blend: frankincense, cardamom and Sichuan pepper open onto saffron, cumin and rose, then a smoky base of oud, birch, vanilla and labdanum. Outlands opens with Frankincense, Cardamom, elemi, Lemon, Bergamot, and Sichuan Pepper. The heart brings Patchouli, Anise, Coriander, Saffron, Cumin, Orange Blossom, Wormwood, Geranium, and Rose. It dries down to Frankincense, Vanilla, Amber, Benzoin, Oud, Opoponax, Birch, Ambergris, Labdanum, Maltol, and Musk.
How to wear Outlands
On skin, Outlands by Amouage has longevity of 9.0/10 community longevity rating, heavy projection, Extrait concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for evening, formal, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Terra by Rayhaan. Apply Terra first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Outlands over the top for oriental woody complexity. Start with 2 sprays Outlands : 1 spray Terra and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Outlands opens with Frankincense, Cardamom, elemi, Lemon, Bergamot, and Sichuan Pepper.
The heart brings Patchouli, Anise, Coriander, Saffron, Cumin, Orange Blossom, Wormwood, Geranium, and Rose.
It dries down to Frankincense, Vanilla, Amber, Benzoin, Oud, Opoponax, Birch, Ambergris, Labdanum, Maltol, and Musk.
What to layer with Outlands
Terra by Rayhaan
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Terra brings an oriental contrast to this oriental woody scent, and they share frankincense, cardamom, and bergamot.
Order: Apply Terra first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Outlands over the top for oriental woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outlands : 1 spray Terra
Kashmir by Ormonde Jayne
Strong Match · 85/99
Kashmir brings a woody contrast to this oriental woody scent, and they share cardamom, bergamot, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Outlands first as your base layer. Its oriental woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Kashmir on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outlands : 2 sprays Kashmir
Habit Rouge by Guerlain
Strong Match · 82/99
Habit Rouge brings an oriental contrast to this oriental woody scent, and they share lemon, bergamot, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Habit Rouge first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Outlands over the top for oriental woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outlands : 2 sprays Habit Rouge
Mon Guerlain Eau de Parfum Intense by Guerlain
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Strong Match · 82/99
Both are oriental woody fragrances, and they share bergamot, patchouli, and rose.
Order: Apply Outlands first as your base layer. Its oriental woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mon Guerlain Eau de Parfum Intense on top for oriental woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outlands : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain Eau de Parfum Intense
Daarej Pour Homme by Rasasi
Strong Match · 81/99
Daarej Pour Homme brings an oriental contrast to this oriental woody scent, and they share cardamom, patchouli, and cumin.
Order: Apply Daarej Pour Homme first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Outlands over the top for oriental woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outlands : 2 sprays Daarej Pour Homme
Pairings to approach with care
Angels' Share by Kilian
Not Recommended · 33/99
Angels' Share has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Angels' Share brings a gourmand contrast to this oriental woody scent, and they share vanilla.
Order: Apply Angels' Share first — its gourmand depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Outlands over the top for oriental woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outlands : 1 spray Angels' Share
Alien by Mugler
Not Recommended · 34/99
Alien has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Alien brings a floral contrast to this oriental woody scent.
Order: Apply Alien first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Outlands over the top for oriental woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outlands : 1 spray Alien
Related fragrances and why
- Terra by RayhaanBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include frankincense, cardamom, and bergamot.
- Kashmir by Ormonde Jayne — Both include cardamom, bergamot, and patchouli.
- Habit Rouge by Guerlain — Both include lemon, bergamot, and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Outlands?
Outlands opens with Frankincense, Cardamom, elemi, Lemon, Bergamot, and Sichuan Pepper. The heart brings Patchouli, Anise, Coriander, Saffron, Cumin, Orange Blossom, Wormwood, Geranium, and Rose. It dries down to Frankincense, Vanilla, Amber, Benzoin, Oud, Opoponax, Birch, Ambergris, Labdanum, Maltol, and Musk.
How long does Outlands last, and how strong is it?
Outlands by Amouage has longevity of 9.0/10 community longevity rating, heavy projection, Extrait concentration.
When should you wear Outlands?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, formal, and special occasion.
What layers well with Outlands?
Terra by Rayhaan is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Terra brings an oriental contrast to this oriental woody scent, and they share frankincense, cardamom, and bergamot. Apply Terra first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Outlands over the top for oriental woody complexity. Start with 2 sprays Outlands : 1 spray Terra.
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