Amouage The Library Collection Opus XII

4.1
Overall
Accords
Floral
Resinous
Oriental
Smoky
Spicy
Notes Pyramid
Top
Drawing inkFrankincense absoluteElemi resin
Heart
Damask rose waterFrankincense absoluteSuederal®
Base
SandalwoodCedarwoodMyrrhVanilla
Community Verdict
Pros & Cons
- ✅ A beautiful, smooth rose soaked in a resinous, slightly smoky blend, perfectly unisex.
- ✅ Near‑flawless unisex combination of rose with trails of incense; long‑lasting and elegant.
- ✅ Rich, opulent dry‑down with vanilla and woody notes that linger for hours.
- ❌ The ink accord can feel medicinal and fades quickly.
- ❌ Can become cloying in high heat; projection may be too strong for casual wear.
- ❌ Some find the rose too subdued compared to sweeter, jammy rose fragrances.