Cassis Amberwood by Perfect Scents
Brand: Perfect Scents
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Saffron and jasmine open onto amberwood and ambergris over cedarwood, musk and soft woods. An airy amber woody from the Perfect Scents Platinum Collection, sold as inspired by Baccarat Rouge 540.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2023 · Unisex
Key accords: Saffron, Jasmine, Amberwood, Ambergris, Cedar, Musk
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Amberwood
- Ambergris
Base Notes
- Cedar
- Musk
- Woody Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
Fragrance overview
Cassis Amberwood by Perfect Scents belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Saffron and jasmine open onto amberwood and ambergris over cedarwood, musk and soft woods. An airy amber woody from the Perfect Scents Platinum Collection, sold as inspired by Baccarat Rouge 540. Cassis Amberwood opens with Saffron and Jasmine. The heart brings Amberwood and Ambergris. It dries down to Cedar, Musk, and Woody Notes.
How to wear Cassis Amberwood
On skin, Cassis Amberwood by Perfect Scents has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall, winter, and spring. Reach for it for evening, date, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Cassis Amberwood first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Cassis Amberwood : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Cassis Amberwood opens with Saffron and Jasmine.
The heart brings Amberwood and Ambergris.
It dries down to Cedar, Musk, and Woody Notes.
What to layer with Cassis Amberwood
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and musk.
Order: Apply Cassis Amberwood first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cassis Amberwood : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, cedar, and musk.
Order: Apply Cassis Amberwood first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cassis Amberwood : 2 sprays J'adore
Libre by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, ambergris, and cedar.
Order: Apply Cassis Amberwood first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Libre on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cassis Amberwood : 2 sprays Libre
Daisy EDT by Marc Jacobs
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and musk.
Order: Apply Cassis Amberwood first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Daisy EDT on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cassis Amberwood : 2 sprays Daisy EDT
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and cedar.
Order: Apply Cassis Amberwood 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 Cassis Amberwood : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
Pairings to approach with care
Brutus by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 37/99
Brutus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Brutus brings a chypre contrast to this oriental scent, and they share cedar and musk.
Order: Apply Cassis Amberwood first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Brutus on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cassis Amberwood : 1 spray Brutus
Rose & Cuir by Frédéric Malle
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Rose & Cuir brings a leather contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Cassis Amberwood first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose & Cuir on top for leather lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cassis Amberwood : 2 sprays Rose & Cuir
Related fragrances and why
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include jasmine and musk.
- J'adore by Dior — Both include jasmine, cedar, and musk.
- Libre by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include jasmine, ambergris, and cedar.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Cassis Amberwood?
Cassis Amberwood opens with Saffron and Jasmine. The heart brings Amberwood and Ambergris. It dries down to Cedar, Musk, and Woody Notes.
How long does Cassis Amberwood last, and how strong is it?
Cassis Amberwood by Perfect Scents has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Cassis Amberwood?
It's best in fall, winter, and spring. It suits evening, date, and casual.
What layers well with Cassis Amberwood?
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and musk. Apply Cassis Amberwood first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Cassis Amberwood : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight.
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