Silver Man by Amouage
Men 2002
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Description
Silver Man by Amouage is a woody musky floral fragrance for men. Launched in 2002, this composition features top notes of orange blossom, plum, bergamot, and mandarin. The heart is built with jasmine, orchid, ylang-ylang, rose, and heliotrope, while the base reveals a blend of musk, incense, vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli, and amber.
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Key notes
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Top
orange blossom
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Heart
jasmine
- Base musk
Community
759 votes
- Positive 78%
- Negative 14%
- Neutral 7.5%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
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Season
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761 votes
Time of day
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Fragrance profile
About Silver Man
Silver Man by Amouage is a woody musky floral fragrance for men. Launched in 2002, this composition features top notes of orange blossom, plum, bergamot, and mandarin. The heart is built with jasmine, orchid, ylang-ylang, rose, and heliotrope, while the base reveals a blend of musk, incense, vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli, and amber.
White flowers Fruits, vegetables and nuts Flowers Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
380 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
457 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
198 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
159 votes
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Community reviews
3 reviews
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Starts with a zesty citrus and patchouli burst that wakes up the senses, like biting into a fresh lemon, yet softened by a creamy sweetness. It evolves into something super clean and soapy, with body and an intense floral trail for the first two hours. No single flower stands out; instead, it’s that Ylang-Ylang amidst soap foam, paired with fresh (not dark) vetiver and the ever-present patchouli. The incense is soft, clean, and tasty—nothing churchy. The musk adds an animalic touch that anchors it to the skin for about 6 hours. In short, Silver is vibrant, luminous, and perfect for any occasion; the only downside is its short longevity, typical of Amouage, so you’ll need to reapply the diffuser after 5 or 6 hours to keep enjoying it.
I bought a sample, and honestly, it was a flop on the first sniff. It smelled very strong, almost like an ‘old man,’ and I wouldn’t recommend it for young people because it felt jarring to me. I didn’t even dare apply it to my skin. Sorry if others like it, but for me, it was a bad purchase.
I walked in expecting a typical citrus and floral cologne, maybe generic, but I found something much more interesting. It’s floral with white flowers, musk, and a hint of incense. The first impression was ethereal, like a beautiful woman in a white dress walking past me. Then it evolves, gains body, and becomes soapy, even with a waxy sensation, yet stays light and pleasant, fitting the cologne concept well. Although it has a slight plum note, the citrus is barely noticeable. Even though it’s marketed as men’s, it’s unisex and works great for both. It’s a beautiful daytime fragrance—not opulent, but full of depth and consistency.