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Eau de parfum
Samuel Gravan Amyris
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Samuel Gravan Amyris is an eau de parfum from 2020, created for women and men.
The composition belongs to the oriental and woody families, combining citrus freshness, spicy expressiveness and a deep resinous-woody character.
This is a fragrance with a very strong sillage, designed for those who enjoy noticeable, rich and distinctive perfume accents.
The release appeared during a period of active development for Samuel Gravan, an Australian niche brand founded in 2018.
The brand's philosophy is connected with reinterpreting Australia's distinctive nature and expressing it through contemporary olfactory compositions.
Amyris continues this direction, but does not reveal it literally. Instead, it explores the contrast between cool greenery, light flowers, dry woods and warm balsamic nuances.
How the Composition Unfolds
The introduction to the fragrance is energetic and transparent: lime and pink grapefruit create a juicy citrus burst with a subtle bitterness.
The composition then gains volume through cardamom, cypress and ravensara, which add spicy coolness and a green, textured quality.
Jasmine and neroli soften the transition, giving the heart a light floral character without excessive sweetness.
In the base, Amyris takes on a denser and more expressive character. Amyris, cedar and sandalwood form a dry woody framework, while benzoin and frankincense add resinous warmth.
Oakmoss intensifies the earthy nuance and makes the finish more composed, profound and memorable.
Notes and Olfactory Palette
The full list of notes includes citrus, green, spicy, floral, white-floral, woody, balsamic and earthy-mossy accents.
Thanks to this combination, the perfume develops non-linearly: the fresh opening gradually gives way to a cool spicy heart and then transitions into a warm woody-resinous base.
The central motif is amyris, whose soft woody character unites the bright freshness of the opening with the richness of the sillage.
Style and Wearability
Samuel Gravan Amyris is gender-universal, but far from neutral in character.
It will appeal to those who prefer woody-oriental compositions with noticeable longevity, cool spiciness and noble resinous depth.
Because of its very strong sillage, the perfume is especially suitable outdoors, in the evening, in cool weather and in situations where the fragrance needs to remain expressive.
In the office and in small enclosed spaces, moderation is advisable: the rich base quickly creates a dense aromatic cloud around the wearer.
Precise recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing have not been provided for this release, so it is best to determine the dosage gradually, starting with minimal application.
On skin, the composition will smell warmer and softer, while its woody-balsamic trail may last longer on fabric.
The Perfumer and the Fragrance's Place in the Brand's Style
The creator of Amyris is Samuel Gravan.
In this work, he builds the composition around a striking contrast: a sparkling citrus opening meets green spiciness, white flowers and a rich woody base.
This approach highlights the brand's niche character and makes the fragrance recognizable not through a single note, but through a carefully constructed transition from freshness to depth.
Similar Fragrances
Those who would like to continue exploring rich woody and oriental compositions may want to consider Edgardio Chilini Cafeier.
It provides a starting point for comparing density, sillage and warmth, although Amyris retains its own individuality thanks to its citrus-green opening and mossy-resinous finish.
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