Existence
amber up front, then fresh, settling into aldehydic.
About
Existence by Amouage is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Existence was launched in 2025. The nose behind this fragrance is Quentin Bisch. Top notes are Aldehydes, Lily of the Valley and Rose; middle notes are Frankincense, Mystikal and Labdanum; base notes are…
Nose: Quentin Bisch
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Amouage picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Existence smell like?
amber up front, then fresh, settling into aldehydic. Dominant accords: amber, fresh, aldehydic.
What notes are in Existence?
Top: Aldehydes, Lily of the Valley, Rose. Heart: Frankincense, Mystikal, Labdanum. Base: White Musk, Benzoin, Ambergris.
How long does Existence last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Existence loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Existence best for?
Spring is the top pick (36%). Summer is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Existence?
Day wear leads at 70%. Night is a secondary pick at 30%.
Is Existence for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 37% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Existence?
Composed by Quentin Bisch. Released in 2025.
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