Bamboo by Gucci
Brand: Gucci
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Elegant white florals: bergamot over Casablanca lily, orange blossom and ylang-ylang, on vanilla, amber and sandalwood.
Is Bamboo worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, orange blossom and casablanca lily at the heart, then dries down to Tahitian vanilla and amber.
Scent Score: 56/100 (Fair). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 43, versatility 75, layerability 69 and value 43, each out of 100.
Buyers say it smells fresh and sexy and lasts long. Buyers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 100 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2015 · Women
Key accords: Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Casablanca Lily, Ylang-Ylang, Tahitian Vanilla, Amber
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Orange Blossom
- Casablanca Lily
- Ylang-Ylang
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Daytime
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Bamboo by Gucci belongs to the floral fragrance family. Elegant white florals: bergamot over Casablanca lily, orange blossom and ylang-ylang, on vanilla, amber and sandalwood. Bamboo opens with Bergamot. The heart brings Orange Blossom, Casablanca Lily, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Tahitian Vanilla, Amber, and Sandalwood.
How to wear Bamboo
On skin, Bamboo by Gucci has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office and daytime. Its best layering match in the catalog is Fahrenheit by Dior. Apply Bamboo first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Bamboo : 1 spray Fahrenheit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Bamboo opens with Bergamot.
The heart brings Orange Blossom, Casablanca Lily, and Ylang-Ylang.
It dries down to Tahitian Vanilla, Amber, and Sandalwood.
What to layer with Bamboo
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, amber, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Bamboo 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 Bamboo : 1 spray Fahrenheit
For Her by Narciso Rodriguez
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and musk scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Bamboo first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer For Her on top for musk lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bamboo : 2 sprays For Her
Bergamot by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, amber, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Bamboo first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamot on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bamboo : 2 sprays Bergamot
Galloway by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share orange blossom and amber.
Order: Apply Bamboo first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Galloway on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bamboo : 2 sprays Galloway
Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and orange blossom.
Order: Apply Bamboo first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bamboo : 2 sprays Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette
Pairings to approach with care
The Most Wanted Eau de Parfum Intense by Azzaro
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 31/99
The Most Wanted Eau de Parfum Intense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. The Most Wanted Eau de Parfum Intense brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Bamboo first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The Most Wanted Eau de Parfum Intense on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bamboo : 1 spray The Most Wanted Eau de Parfum Intense
Ombre Nomade by Louis Vuitton
Not Recommended · 32/99
Ombre Nomade has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Ombre Nomade brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Bamboo first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ombre Nomade on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Bamboo : 1 spray Ombre Nomade
Related fragrances and why
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, amber, and sandalwood.
- For Her by Narciso RodriguezBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include amber and sandalwood.
- Bergamot by Commodity — Both include bergamot, amber, and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Bamboo?
Bamboo opens with Bergamot. The heart brings Orange Blossom, Casablanca Lily, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Tahitian Vanilla, Amber, and Sandalwood.
How long does Bamboo last, and how strong is it?
Bamboo by Gucci has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Bamboo?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office and daytime.
What layers well with Bamboo?
Fahrenheit by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, amber, and sandalwood. Apply Bamboo first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Bamboo : 1 spray Fahrenheit.
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