Overture Man by Amouage
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Overture Man 2019

Merlotsupern
07/16/2025 - 01:43 AM
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Scent

The curtain rises on booze, smoke and spices...

Overture Man by Amouage is a resinous composition that unfolds in layers, beginning with a spicy, boozy flourish. The opening is very rich/warm with cognac, cardamom, cumin, and saffron. As the scent evolves, myrrh and labdanum take center stage, lending a dense, syrupy-resinous quality that dominates the heart.
I like cumin, but I realise that some might find Overture challenging for the usual BO association - I can only suggest sampling.

The leather note, while not a leading player at all, is present in the base and contributes to the overall depth. It is smoky and animalic, but still wearable. Rather than evoking rawhide, it leans toward a dark, polished leather... more suggestive of a well-aged armchair.
These animalic undertones, bolstered by the listed “animal notes” and frankincense, get close to barnyard territory at times, but are tempered by the sweetness of benzoin, creamy sandalwood and a bit of cinnamon which I can't always smell.

Projection is substantial for 3-4 hours, then Overture will remain noticeable well beyond 12 hours on skin. It’s one of Amouage best (or beast?) performers, ideal for colder months and open-air settings. Personally, I would wear it for a formal event, ignoring the climate conditions :)

Perhaps due to its challenging nature, I often see it at discounters at a heavily reduced price!
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