Alambar by Laboratorio Olfattivo
Brand: Laboratorio Olfattivo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Amber, amber and only amber: bergamot and cocoa over cinnamon and vanilla, on a deep golden amber base.
Is Alambar worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, cocoa and amber, then cinnamon and vanilla at the heart.
Scent Score: 80/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 80, versatility 67, layerability 97 and value 80, 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 easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Feminine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2010 · Women
Key accords: Bergamot, Cocoa, Amber, Cinnamon, Vanilla
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date Night
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Alambar by Laboratorio Olfattivo belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Amber, amber and only amber: bergamot and cocoa over cinnamon and vanilla, on a deep golden amber base. Alambar opens with Bergamot, Cocoa, and Amber. The heart brings Cinnamon, Vanilla, and Amber. It dries down to Amber.
How to wear Alambar
On skin, Alambar by Laboratorio Olfattivo has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and date night. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Wood by Tom Ford. Apply Alambar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Alambar : 2 sprays Oud Wood and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Alambar opens with Bergamot, Cocoa, and Amber.
The heart brings Cinnamon, Vanilla, and Amber.
It dries down to Amber.
What to layer with Alambar
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and vanilla.
Order: Apply Alambar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Alambar : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, amber, and cinnamon.
Order: Apply Alambar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Alambar : 2 sprays Good Girl
Santal 33 by Le Labo
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber.
Order: Apply Alambar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal 33 on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Alambar : 2 sprays Santal 33
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and amber.
Order: Apply Alambar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Alambar : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Carnal Flower by Frédéric Malle
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and amber.
Order: Apply Alambar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carnal Flower on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Alambar : 2 sprays Carnal Flower
Pairings to approach with care
Tea by Commodity
Not Recommended · 36/99
Alambar has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Alambar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Alambar : 2 sprays Tea
Patchouli 01 by Swiss Arabian
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Patchouli 01 brings an aromatic contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Alambar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Patchouli 01 on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Alambar : 2 sprays Patchouli 01
Related fragrances and why
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include amber and vanilla.
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include bergamot, amber, and cinnamon.
- Santal 33 by Le Labo — Both include amber.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Alambar?
Alambar opens with Bergamot, Cocoa, and Amber. The heart brings Cinnamon, Vanilla, and Amber. It dries down to Amber.
How long does Alambar last, and how strong is it?
Alambar by Laboratorio Olfattivo has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Alambar?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and date night.
What layers well with Alambar?
Oud Wood by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and vanilla. Apply Alambar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Alambar : 2 sprays Oud Wood.
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