Eau de Parfum2019
Overture Man
Karine Vinchon-SpehnerThe nose · 4 fragrances · also made Brioni Eau de Parfum Intense (2021)Portrait →

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Amouage  ·  Sold as masculine

Overture Man

The quiet intensity of an intimate gathering where the scent of spices and smoke fills the air, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

4.222,634 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
warm spicyamberwoodysmokyfresh spicyanimalic
Overture ManLuxury · $250+
45%Similar accords, often for lessCocoa Morado · French AvenueBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 24 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityEternal85% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak2%
Weak3%
Moderate11%
Long lasting34%
Eternal51%
SillageStrong77% say strong or enormous
Intimate4%
Moderate19%
Strong38%
Enormous38%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine91%
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Unisex8%
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Feminine1%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Overture Man by Amouage, launched in 2019 and crafted by Karine Vinchon Spehner, is a Woody Spicy fragrance that opens with the warmth of cognac and cumin before leading into an intricate blend of spiciness and smokiness. The heart notes of cardamom, nutmeg, saffron, ginger, grapefruit, myrrh, and cinnamon create a dynamic tension between freshness and depth, while the base notes of benzoin, labdanum, mastic or lentisque, patchouli, geranium, animal notes, smoke, incense, leather, sandalwood, and clary sage anchor it in rich, earthy warmth. This composition is both complex and alluring, capturing a sense of heritage with a modern twist.

How to wear it

Overture Man has a strong presence from its cognac and spicy top notes. Apply one or two sprays to ensure these initial layers make an impact before the deeper base notes emerge over time. This fragrance is best suited for evenings or special occasions where you can fully appreciate its evolving character.

Fig. 01 — Overture Man, Amouage

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03 · The nose

Karine Vinchon-Spehner

A Normandy biscuit shop's fragrant legacy

Karine Vinchon Spehner is a perfumer whose childhood in Normandy, shaped by her grandfather's biscuit shop and the region's apple orchards, sparked her curiosity about fragrance.

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Designer Amouage

More from the house · founded 1983 · United Kingdom

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With Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio Profondo Parfum

Adds marine, citrus and patchouli; shares patchouli and labdanum.

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What people
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4.22/ 5 · 2,634 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 61%, disliked or hated by 13%.

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