Game of Spades Wildcard by Jo Milano Paris
Brand: Jo Milano Paris
Concentration: Parfum
Scent overview
An unconventional amber woody: bitter almond and saffron open onto Egyptian jasmine and cedar, finishing on ambergris, woods and musk.
Is Game of Spades Wildcard worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bitter almond and saffron, jasmine and cedarwood at the heart, then dries down to ambergris and woody notes.
Scent Score: 68/100 (Good). Under the radar. New and picking up. Worth getting to know before everyone else does. Performance 68, versatility 67, layerability 68 and value 68, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Parfum · Introduced 2024 · Unisex
Key accords: Bitter Almond, Saffron, Jasmine, Cedarwood, Ambergris, Woody Notes
Top Notes
- Bitter Almond
- Saffron
Heart Notes
- Jasmine
- Cedarwood
Base Notes
- Ambergris
- Woody Notes
- Musk
Occasions: Evening, Date
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Game of Spades Wildcard by Jo Milano Paris belongs to the amber fragrance family. An unconventional amber woody: bitter almond and saffron open onto Egyptian jasmine and cedar, finishing on ambergris, woods and musk. Game of Spades Wildcard opens with Bitter Almond and Saffron. The heart brings Jasmine and Cedarwood. It dries down to Ambergris, Woody Notes, and Musk.
How to wear Game of Spades Wildcard
On skin, Game of Spades Wildcard by Jo Milano Paris has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out. Apply Game of Spades Wildcard first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Game of Spades Wildcard : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Game of Spades Wildcard opens with Bitter Almond and Saffron.
The heart brings Jasmine and Cedarwood.
It dries down to Ambergris, Woody Notes, and Musk.
What to layer with Game of Spades Wildcard
Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood and musk.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Wildcard first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Wildcard : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers
Whiskey by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and ambergris.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Wildcard first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Whiskey on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Wildcard : 2 sprays Whiskey
Kuhuyan by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and ambergris.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Wildcard first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Kuhuyan on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Wildcard : 2 sprays Kuhuyan
Nisean by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and jasmine.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Wildcard first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nisean on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Wildcard : 2 sprays Nisean
Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bitter almond, saffron, and woody notes.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Wildcard first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Wildcard : 2 sprays Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum
Pairings to approach with care
Opus Grande by French Avenue
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 38/99
Game of Spades Wildcard has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Opus Grande brings a floral contrast to this amber scent, and they share jasmine and musk.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Wildcard first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Opus Grande on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Game of Spades Wildcard : 2 sprays Opus Grande
Ray of Violet Blossom by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Ray of Violet Blossom brings a floral contrast to this amber scent.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Wildcard first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ray of Violet Blossom on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Wildcard : 2 sprays Ray of Violet Blossom
Related fragrances and why
- Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out — Both include cedarwood and musk.
- Whiskey by Commodity — Both include saffron and ambergris.
- Kuhuyan by Parfums de Marly — Both include jasmine and ambergris.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Game of Spades Wildcard?
Game of Spades Wildcard opens with Bitter Almond and Saffron. The heart brings Jasmine and Cedarwood. It dries down to Ambergris, Woody Notes, and Musk.
How long does Game of Spades Wildcard last, and how strong is it?
Game of Spades Wildcard by Jo Milano Paris has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Game of Spades Wildcard?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and date.
What layers well with Game of Spades Wildcard?
Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood and musk. Apply Game of Spades Wildcard first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Game of Spades Wildcard : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers.
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