Ambery Perfumes – Resinous warmth of amber, benzoin and vanilla

Niche amber perfumes: golden opulence in haute parfumerie

Amber, the family of resin and sunshine

Amber perfumes form an opulent olfactory family that draws its signature from the amber accord – a blend of benzoin, vanilla, labdanum, cistus, beeswax and precious resins. This family evokes warmth, opulence and velvet, in compositions that are sometimes oriental (spicy-amber) and sometimes gourmand (vanilla-amber). Amber is a direct cousin of the oriental family and one of the best-loved families of winter haute parfumerie.

Soleil d'Or's amber best-sellers

Our range offers a rich selection in this family, including these customer favourites: Rouge Smoking Extrait, Velvet Tonka, Vanille Leather, OUD CANNELLE and Vanille Impériale, signatures that cover every nuance of the family.

Houses with expertise in amber

Several houses in our range excel in this family. Houbigant created Ambre Rubis, a regal amber. Perris Monte Carlo selects precious ambers. Serge Lutens keeps Ambre Sultan alive. Atelier des Ors cultivates Rouge Sarây. And Stéphane Humbert Lucas explores Middle Eastern ambers.

Who should wear an amber perfume, and when?

Amber fragrances suit every temperament, regardless of gender. These trails are particularly well suited to autumn and winter, when the cold magnifies the warmth of the resins. They also lend themselves to evening and late-day wear. For complementary nuances, explore oriental (its direct cousin), vanilla, spicy and leathery fragrances, four related families that often blend together.

How to choose your amber perfume?

Hesitating between Rouge Smoking Extrait and Velvet Tonka is perfectly normal: a amber fragrance is chosen according to your favourite notes and when you plan to wear it. Our discovery box lets you test several creations at home before committing to a full bottle. For a guided experience, our boutique at 22 rue de la Clef in Lille (France) welcomes you with our team.

Soleil d'Or, a Lille perfumery since 1953

At Soleil d'Or, an independent Lille perfumery founded in 1953, Apolline and Victorine Maes (the fourth generation of the family) and their team have spent three quarters of a century selecting the finest signatures in international haute parfumerie. Expert advice, samples included and bespoke guidance.

Delivery & free in-store collection

We offer free delivery from €60 in mainland France, and we ship throughout Europe and internationally. Live in Lille or the surrounding area? Free in-store collection at 22 rue de la Clef is the quickest and most economical option. Full terms on our shipping page.