Scent Word of the Week: Amber
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Amber: What Does it Mean?
Amber is an adjective in the perfumer’s world, rather than the more common noun use of the word. An extremely popular accord of notes in perfumes, a classic amber accord is made up of vanilla, benzoin and labdanum, in varying quantities. There are several variations on the use of “vanilla” including Balsam of Peru and tonka, as well as various extracts of benzoin.
An amber perfume can be described as warm, resinous, sensual, sweet, exotic - and its color usually reflects the color of the amber resin. It can make up the whole of the fragrance or be part of several accords.
Above is an example of how to use the adjective amber in a sentence. More intriguingly, what would your amber accord be composed of? Drop me a comment below on some of your favorites!
“The mystery of amber to balance the soul; the silky smoothness of sandalwood; the delicious lure of vanilla, like a lover's midnight embrace.”
Jan Moran, Author, Scent of Triumph