Ambre des Abysses

9 reseñas

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• Dilups

  April 23, 2023

  

  Maybe someone with a finer sense of smell would find a more poetic way to describe it, but this is how it feels to me. It’s like Nikos’ Sculpture Home but more refined, higher quality, though with less sillage and longevity. And watch out—the price is infinitely higher (€160 versus €13). I noticed someone disagreed in the ‘reminds me of’ section, but that’s all I have to say. Quite curious.

• Dilups

  April 26, 2023

  

  Perhaps with subtler noses you might find a more poetic description, but for me it’s like a Nikos Sculpture Home, but finer and of better quality, although with less projection and longevity. And with an infinitely higher price (160€ vs 13€). I see someone disagrees in the ‘reminds me of’ section, but there’s no additional comment. Interesting…

• Eucalipto

  November 13, 2023

  

  It’s not the most talked-about in the new Houbigant collection, but I think it’s one of the most pleasant without being easy. It’s not an amber in the strict sense; that note doesn’t dominate like in others, but it’s sweet and slightly fruity (not bergamot) with a creamy touch. The mint makes it aromatic, and the orange blossom dominates the start until the patchouli appears to add an earthy note, followed by oakmoss. The leather is notable, a supporting actor behind the orange blossom and patchouli. It finishes creamy with residual leather. It’s an amber where the note doesn’t rule, but a creamy orange blossom thanks to the patchouli and tonka-vanilla that soften the dry leather. Round, without sharp edges, and pleasant from start to finish. Slight changes, quite linear. A signature for non-excessive temperatures, neither too casual nor too elegant. That indefiniteness doesn’t make it recommendable in my opinion, as there are better options for amber, white florals, or leathers. It doesn’t resemble anything, perhaps residually Reflection Man, but nothing more. It has its own personality and is pleasant to others, not just to oneself. Very good creation. Another great job by a well-regarded house that isn’t valued enough; all their perfumes are notable, none stand out but none clash either. Very well done, Houbigant.

• Victortor

  March 18, 2024

  

  I absolutely loved it. I perceive it as an aromatic-quasi-balsamic and woody-spicy scent, pivoting between the two to be versatile, elegant, and distinctive. Easy to wear. The opening is citrusy and aromatic with force but maintaining elegance. Then it becomes more balsamic: resinous, dry, and spicy, with background flowers to add cleanliness, without being a clean fragrance but rather timid. In the dry-down, the tonka bean adds sweetness, and the whole ensemble makes it very wearable. Here’s the magic: by notes it could seem like something else, but it’s elegant and easy. It demands formal occasions and is versatile. For all year round, avoiding extreme heat or cold. Price is very worth considering, top value for money.

• Jmiranda

  July 13, 2024

  

  A perfume that can be your signature for work or special events like weddings, baptisms, or dates. It has the versatility of signature scents but with elegance and without being invasive. Usable in any season, except extreme temperatures, both day and night. Excellent performance, projection, and trail. The price-to-quality ratio is definitely very good. A great Houbigant perfume.

• adryens

  April 18, 2025

  

  Is there anything more versatile than Refection? The answer is Ambre des Abysses. If you like the DNA of Reflection, this is a must-buy. What are the differences? This dries out darker, making it perfect for the night where Reflection falls short. It projects more without being a bomb and lasts longer, especially with the new Amouage batches. It reaches places Reflection can’t, and since this covers almost everything, it’s a beast.

• juancar677

  December 16, 2025

  

  The Houbigant Oriental collection is spectacular; the noses Antoine Lie and Luca Maffei have truly shown their class. I already tried Tabac Nomade in October and it was a joy, but this Ambre des Abysses is an elegant, modern all-rounder with a lot of personality. It’s liquid magic, with a note quality that projects incredibly. It puts you in a good mood and makes you feel sophisticated, straight out of high French perfumery. Despite its versatility, I see it as a night scent and for the rest of the year, not for summer. It’s so well-executed that the notes float like through crystal, giving an elegant and inviting sensation. If you want to treat yourself to something beautiful for Christmas, look at this and you’ll thank yourself later. My bottle needs some maceration.

• juancar677

  December 23, 2025

  

  The Houbigant Oriental Collection is a beast; Antoine Lie and Luca Maffei have truly worked their magic on this. I already tried Tabac Nomade back in October and loved it, but this Ambre des Abysses is on another level: elegant, modern, and classically refined. It smells like pure magic, with note quality that projects incredibly. It gives off great vibes and sophistication—exactly what you’d expect from high-end French perfumery. While it might seem versatile, I see it as a nighttime scent, perfect for the rest of the year but not summer. It’s so well-crafted that the notes blend seamlessly, yet the white, clear, crystalline amber with mint, neroli, leather, moss, and vanilla is the star. Just like in Tabac, everything shines through like it’s behind glass—elegant and inviting. If you’re looking to treat yourself to something beautiful for Christmas, buy it and you’ll thank yourself. My bottle just needs some time to mature.

• EricDraven

  January 24, 2026

  

  For me, Ambre des Abysses is the complete package: it evolves, adapts, and balances everything perfectly. Fresh, floral, and sweet, yet without being loud; mossy and subtly woody. It’s an unpredictable amber that performs like a beast. The perfect wardrobe staple for all seasons, and within the niche, a price that respects your wallet, considering a PdM costs twice as much. Magnificent.