Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into amber.
About
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily by Jo Malone London is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women. Dark Amber & Ginger Lily was launched in 2008. The nose behind this fragrance is Andrea Lupo. Top notes are Ginger, Black Cardamom and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Water Lily, Orchid, Jasmine and…
Nose: Andrea Lupo
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Dark Amber & Ginger Lily smell like?
warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into amber. Dominant accords: warm spicy, woody, amber.
What notes are in Dark Amber & Ginger Lily?
Top: Ginger, Black Cardamom, Pink Pepper. Heart: Water Lily, Orchid, Jasmine, Rose. Base: Sandalwood, Black Amber, Kyara Incense, Patchouli, Leather.
How long does Dark Amber & Ginger Lily last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Dark Amber & Ginger Lily loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Dark Amber & Ginger Lily best for?
Fall is the top pick (39%). Winter is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Dark Amber & Ginger Lily?
Night wear leads at 53%. Day is a secondary pick at 47%.
Is Dark Amber & Ginger Lily for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 60% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Dark Amber & Ginger Lily?
Composed by Andrea Lupo. Released in 2008.
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