Darren Alan Perfumes Spiced Amber (Darren Alan) 2024 + Nov-amber giveaway

Darren Alan Perfumes Spiced Amber

Photo of Darren Alan Perfumes Spiced Amber via the brand 

At dusk, I step into a chilly but sun-drenched sanctuary where time seems to stand still- the air infused with a perfume that tells a story of warmth and comfort. Darren Alan Perfumes Spiced Amber welcomes me with its classic and cozy sophistication. The opening is inviting, with the invigorating luminance of bergamot and the citrus note sparkles drifting playfully in the air, prompting images of the promise of sun-kissed days. This energetic opening infuses the atmosphere around you. The initial brightness was soon studded with clove and cinnamon’s gentle sweetness and heat. The citrus and spices not only add depth but also bring a touch of the exotic.

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Photo Darren Alan via Darren Alan Perfumes via the brand

As Spiced Amber develops, my initial attraction deepens to the luscious plum, whose sweetness stirs memories of this jammy fruit. Its juicy essence interlaces with the evocative presence of tuberose, which, with its creamy, floral opulence, weaves a sheer veil over the rich spices and bright citrus. As these elements collide, they draw me ever deeper into the embrace of the scent and its intoxicating character.

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Photo Spiced Amber and a vintage perfume bottle with plums, cloves, and cinnamon Sandi AI

As the base of Spiced Amber reveals itself, the amber notes emerge, introducing a resinous quality of ancient forests and the mystery of time. The exquisite amber foundation is infused with ambreine, a nuanced element that enriches it with a gentle, almost skin-like heat that feels personal and intimate. Each breath I take reveals new layers of richness and complexity, inviting and familiar. Sandalwood adds a soft, creamy woodiness grounding, creating a subdued background that resonates with tranquility. Its smoothness integrates effortlessly with the vintage musk and Mousse de Saxe with its smooth, velvety moss note as it whispers of nostalgia that recalls distant memories of comfy evenings and a touch of intrigue.

Darren Alan Perfume Spice Amber is a trip through time that fills me with with emotional echoes. It invites me to take in the coziness of treasured memories and irresistible discoveries. Each layer tells its own tale—a scent that feels like coming home. The true beauty of this fragrance is in its dry down; after hours of application, it still feels welcoming and snug. I will be adding Spiced Amber to my list of quintessential ambers in the future. You should too.

Top notes: Bergamot, Clove, Cinnamon, Aldehydes

Heart Notes: Plum, Tuberose, Amber, Ambreine Samuelson

Base Notes: Sandalwood, Vintage Musk Accord, Mousse de Saxe

Sandi Lundberg, Contributor

Disclosure: The review is based on a purchased bottle; my opinions are mine.

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Note: Darren Alan Perfumes offers a subscription-based service, Spiced Amber, which was from the November 2024 Perfume of the Month Club.

Spiced Amber By Darren Alan Perfumes

Darren Alan Perfumes Spiced Amber 

Thanks to the generosity of Darren Alan Perfumes, we have a 10 ml bottle of Spiced Amber for one in the USA. You must register, or your entry will not count. To be eligible, please comment on what interested you in Sandi’s review. Draw closes 12/21/2024.

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13 comments

  • Daniel Rutan says:

    This sounds amazing!! The plum/cinnamon/amber combo with florals and sandalwood sound so cozy and warm, perfect for this time of year. Every fragrance I’ve tried from this house has been stunning!! Such a gorgeous combination of notes. Sandi mentions this fragrance taking her on a journey through memories, and that sounds perfect for the holiday season!!

  • AromaDulce73 says:

    I’ll be diving into some of Darren’s creations soon and this one seems like one I would like to get my nose on.

    I love clove & cinnamon and Spiced Amber sounds perfect for this season.

    I’m not a huge fan of plum but Sandi mentions it’s a luscious plum with a jammy vibe. For me, it all comes down to how it’s blended.

    Los Angeles Ca. USA

  • clarchik says:

    The plum is the most interesting aspect for me. I am curious to see how Darren combines plum with tuberose.
    I am in the US

  • roxhas1cat says:

    The clove and sandalwood have my interest. I love that this fragrance isn’t linear. I always take notice when a fragrance is the best in the dry down, seems like that is harder to come by. Thanks for the chance to win this. USA.

  • Froaderick says:

    “Classic and cozy sophistication.” This sounds exactly how Sandi describes it, conjuring images of a reading chair with a wall of books. For me, i particularly appreciate Sandi’s thorough breakdown of the top, mid and base notes throughout! Certainly seems as though I’ll need to get my nose on this soon! Cheers from Ohio! 🙂

  • Arron_Q says:

    Hands-down one of my favorite creations from Darren’s line. It has that vintage touch that he does so well, gilded with a melange of sweet plum and spice. I’ve been subscribed to his perfume of the month club since the beginning, and he has put out some beautiful scents, but this one…In my humble opinion, this one is deserving of a permanent slot in his main line. It’s remarkable. If you happen to choose my comment, please “spin” again so someone else can experience it.

  • mmerline says:

    I generally enjoy amber fragrances, and it’s interesting to encounter new ways perfumers make this genre interesting. Darren’s addition of a Mousse de Saxe accord caught my attention—I love that inky note in other fragrances—as does his amber’s use of ambreine (I prefer my ambers to smolder a little). The combination of plum and tuberose also sounds like a unique segue into the namesake base notes. Looking forward to trying this and some of Darren’s other perfumes.

    I’m in the USA.

  • sav17 says:

    I love amber and will try any fragrance that features the note. Sandi’s description of Spiced Amber is beautiful and evokes a sense of nostalgia. I especially loved her comment about how the amber evokes a “resinous quality of ancient forests and the mystery of time”. I am also glad to know that the dry-down lingers for hours and still feels welcoming. Thank you, Sandi, for the beautiful review, and thank you to Darren Alan Perfumes for the giveaway. I am located in the USA.

  • opalbear says:

    I’m not a big Apple fan but spices and amber in Darren Alan’s hands are going to be good I know. I would love to be won over! What a perfect Autumn edging into Winter fragrance.
    I am located in the USA

  • patrick_348 says:

    I am interested in this scent because I like the way
    Sandi suggests that the sweetness of the plum and tuberose is balanced against the citrus, spice and amber. This sounds like a perfect scent for this time of year.

  • Teresa C says:

    Wow, sounds like a wonderful new old fragrance! Old world class with new world modeling, perfect for memories carried daily.

  • foreverscents says:

    I love Darren Alan’s Fêtes de Noel Parfum. I have been wearing it a lot this holiday season. Spiced Amber sounds wonderful, especially with the plum note. It sounds both cozy and sophisticated. I love the vintage feel that Darren’s fragrances have. But they are extremely wearable and just feel oh so right.
    I live in the USA.