CardamomOpens with
Ylang-YlangHeart
IncenseDries down to
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Amouage · Sold as unisex
The Library Collection Opus I
The quiet intensity of an archive room where history and fragrance intermingle in the air, evoking both ancient wisdom and modern sophistication.
Smells likeold books
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The Library Collection Opus ILuxury · $250+
42%Similar accords, often for lessBeautiful Absolu Estée Lauder · Estée LauderMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 12 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2010 by Amouage and crafted by Daniel Maurel, The Library Collection Opus I is a sophisticated unisex fragrance that blends the warmth of spices with the depth of woody notes. The opening hints at cardamom and bitter orange, creating an aromatic freshness that quickly gives way to the rich complexity of tuberose and ylang-ylang. At its heart, the scent oscillates between floral sweetness and the smoky undertones of incense, while the base notes of sandalwood and guaiac wood provide a grounding warmth.
Apply this fragrance lightly to allow its layers to unfold gradually. The aromatic top notes are fleeting, so a second application after an hour can help maintain the complexity throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — The Library Collection Opus I, Amouage
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Daniel Maurel
Mentor to Cécile ZarokianDaniel Maurel is a senior perfumer at Robertet with more than twenty years in the industry, known both for his own work and as a mentor to younger perfumers including Cécile Zarokian.
Designer Amouage
More from the house · founded 1983 · United Kingdom
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 36%, disliked or hated by 16%.