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Dominique RopionThe nose · 344 fragrances · also made La Nuit de L'Homme Bleu Électrique (2021)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Givenchy · Sold as feminine
Amarige
The unmissable moment when an intense floral accord takes over a room, evoking strong reactions and passionate discussions.
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AmarigePremium · $100–250
54%Similar accords, often for lessKenzo · KenzoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 23 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1991, Amarige by Givenchy is a floral masterpiece that became one of the most polarizing fragrances of the 1990s. Perfumer Dominique Ropion crafted an intensely projecting tuberose-mimosa-jasmine accord that has been both celebrated and reviled for its unmissable presence. Critics Luca Turin and Tania Sanchez famously gave it a one-star review, describing Ropion's tuberose as 'truly loathsome' yet 'unforgettable.' Despite this harsh criticism, Amarige retains a passionate base of defenders who see it as an unforgettable work of olfactory art.
Given its intense projection, one spray is often enough to make a statement. The tuberose-mimosa-jasmine accord can be overpowering in close quarters, so it’s best applied in well-ventilated spaces. It blooms beautifully over time, so let it settle before venturing out.
Fig. 01 — Amarige, Givenchy
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Dominique Ropion
The master of power and poetryDominique Ropion is one of the great perfumers of the modern era — a creator whose work bridges the gap between technical mastery and pure artistic expression.
“I had the idea of adding an exceptional quantity of Turkish rose.”
Dominique Ropion · Frédéric Malle / Nose interview
The Amarige line
5 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Givenchy
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The originalAmarigeGivenchy · Premium · $100–250Kenzo · 1988KenzoShares 6 of its 23 notes$40–100★ 4.15 (1,015)53%Match
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Aramis · 1992Tuscany Per DonnaShares 6 of its 21 notes$40–100★ 4.28 (523)50%Match
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 20%.