Ambery Vanilla is Dossier’s eau de parfum inspired by YSL Black Opium. Mandarin, pear, pink pepper and licorice lead into jasmine and orange blossom, with cedarwood, patchouli, vanilla and coffee at the base. Licorice is the unusual opening, and coffee and vanilla do the Black Opium work underneath.
What Wearers Say
One wearer enjoys the vanilla drydown with hints of patchouli and cedarwood.
One buyer likes the sweetness for everyday wear and layering.
The wearer who enjoys the drydown finds the licorice opening too strong for their taste.
That wearer also finds the coffee subtle, making this a poor fit for someone seeking a prominent coffee scent.
Great for
Try it if you enjoy sweet vanilla and white flowers and are comfortable with a noticeable licorice opening.
Not for
Sample first if licorice bothers you, or choose another direction if a strong coffee note is the main attraction.
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How It Compares
vs. Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium
Dossier's Ambery Vanilla is its named Black Opium interpretation: pear and licorice, jasmine and orange blossom, then vanilla, coffee and patchouli. YSL describes Black Opium EDP as coffee, white flowers and vanilla.
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BR540 EDP is jasmine, saffron, dry woods and ethyl maltol. Dossier's Ambery Vanilla is its Black Opium interpretation: pear, licorice, white flowers, vanilla and coffee.
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