Ambre Suprême

2 reseñas

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• kjarr

  January 6, 2023

  

  A luminous amber that stole my heart. I bought the brand’s discovery kit, which I highly recommend on their website for the ridiculously low price, and tested all nine perfumes one by one. This Ambre Suprême was the winner. Before trying it, I read it had 10% ambergris and thought, “How is that possible? That’s way too expensive for that much.” I sprayed a little, and wow!, an indescribably crystal-clear, clean, and bright scent, thanks to well-crafted and balanced aldehydes paired with a very subtle, wearable sweetness. Over time, the aldehyde effect fades, letting the underlying amber shine. This is the difference: it’s not the typical vanilla and labdanum accord, but a real 10% ambergris, a feat that proves the excellence of the materials. Because of this crystal character, it could be worn any time of year, even on the hottest summer days; you have to try it. It lasts about 10 hours with good projection for the first two, then drops off but remains noticeable a few inches from the skin. It’s elegant and refined, not heavy or overwhelming like other ambers, and makes you feel great. It’s totally unisex and the quality-to-price ratio is top-notch. Without a doubt, the best purchase of 2022, one of the few that really caught my attention and which I rate as extraordinary. I’m already planning to buy a refill bottle because I’ve used it so much in such a short time. A true gem!

• JPC

  November 20, 2024

  

  I came to this Ambre Supreme by Les Indemodables with my curiosity at an all-time high. It’s rare to find real ambergris outside of niche shops. The brand and perfumer have great reputations, so my expectations were sky-high, but the reality left me a bit cold. Yes, the ambergris is noticeable and high-quality, with that distinctive musky, sweet touch that stands out, but the floral or salty facets barely come through. Even though the amber fixes well and should harmonize everything, the perfume just doesn’t fully open up. They say ambergris acts like a patina, but I feel more muted, as if it’s being covered up. The other notes are almost imperceptible: some timid bursts of pink pepper at the start, then smoothed over by a heavy dose of aldehydes and jasmine, dragging it into a waxy, very classic floral territory, amplified by that musky character. In the end, it feels a bit boring, a “want but can’t have” situation: the quality is there, but if you’re looking for something with more facets and surprises with so much ambergris, I’d suggest checking out independent houses like Areej le Doré or Elixir Attar. Cheers!