Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London
Brand: Jo Malone London
Concentration: Cologne Intense
Scent overview
Dark and distinctive: black cardamom and fresh lily with rising incense, on rich amber.
Is Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense worth it?
How it smells: Opens with black cardamom, ginger lily and incense at the heart, then dries down to amber.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 82, versatility 67, layerability 42 and value 82, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Cologne Intense · Introduced 2008 · Unisex
Key accords: Black Cardamom, Ginger Lily, Incense, Amber
Top Notes
- Black Cardamom
Heart Notes
- Ginger Lily
- Incense
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date Night
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Dark and distinctive: black cardamom and fresh lily with rising incense, on rich amber. Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense opens with Black Cardamom. The heart brings Ginger Lily and Incense. It dries down to Amber.
How to wear Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense
On skin, Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, Cologne Intense concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and date night. Its best layering match in the catalog is Memoir Man by Amouage. Apply Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Man on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Memoir Man and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense opens with Black Cardamom.
The heart brings Ginger Lily and Incense.
It dries down to Amber.
What to layer with Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense
Memoir Man by Amouage
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and amber.
Order: Apply Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Man on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Memoir Man
Club de Nuit Iconic by Armaf
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and amber.
Order: Apply Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Club de Nuit Iconic on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Club de Nuit Iconic
Alto Astral by Byredo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 97/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and amber.
Order: Apply Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Alto Astral on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Alto Astral
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber.
Order: Apply Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
Fleur Diamantine by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber.
Order: Apply Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fleur Diamantine on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Fleur Diamantine
Pairings to approach with care
Eau de Gingembre by Mizensir
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Eau de Gingembre brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Eau de Gingembre on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Eau de Gingembre
Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne by Jo Malone London
Not Recommended · 30/99
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne
Related fragrances and why
- Memoir Man by Amouage — Both include incense and amber.
- Club de Nuit Iconic by ArmafBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include incense and amber.
- Alto Astral by ByredoBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include incense and amber.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense?
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense opens with Black Cardamom. The heart brings Ginger Lily and Incense. It dries down to Amber.
How long does Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense last, and how strong is it?
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, Cologne Intense concentration.
When should you wear Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and date night.
What layers well with Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense?
Memoir Man by Amouage is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share incense and amber. Apply Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Man on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Memoir Man.
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