Ambre Gris by Perris Monte Carlo | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Ambre Gris smell like?
Ambre Gris by Perris Monte Carlo is a dense, textural exploration of one of perfumery’s most enigmatic ingredients. Rather than a simple sugary amber, this fragrance captures the complex, multi-facete...
Gian Luca Perris Vice President [Perris Monte Carlo]
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The fragrance is highly polarizing within the community; while enthusiasts praise its realistic, animalic, and salty recreation of ambergris, others find the combination of soapy rose and sour musk difficult to tolerate.
Performance is widely considered a strength, particularly regarding longevity. It is known for being extremely persistent on the skin, staying present for the entire day, though its sillage is more moderate and intimate rather than room-filling.
Most users recommend this for colder seasons, specifically fall and winter, noting that its resinous and balsamic weight can feel overwhelming or sickly in high summer heat.
While it is marketed as unisex, some describe it as having a "royal" or "aristocratic" leaning due to the heavy iris and rose influence, which can push the scent toward a vintage powdery profile.
It is frequently cited as a scent for evening wear or special occasions, with many noting it feels too intense or "otherworldly" for a standard business or office environment.
