Best Amunae by Bvlgari Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Amunae by Bvlgari is a floral woody musk composition that opens with crisp aldehydes and the resinous warmth of frankincense. Jasmine adds a luminous floral heart, while dark musks and oak provide a deep, sensual base. Those drawn to a sophisticated blend of fresh brightness and earthy musk with a hint of spice will find Amunae distinctive in its balance of floral and woody elements.
Rien by Etat Libre d'Orange £155.00
- Key notes:
- aldehydes
- animalic notes
- chypre
- cumin
- frankincense
- incense
- labdanum
- leather
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- transparent
Rien ('nothing' in French) is a beautiful animalic chypre, with an aldehydic (rather than classic citrus) opening and seriously naughty leathery vibes provided by the cumin and labdanum duo. Also check this perfume out if you like frankincense in bold oriental interpretation.
Venice Rococo by Arquiste £195.00
- Key notes:
- aldehydes
- jasmine
- orris (iris root)
- powdery notes
- rose
- violet
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- vintage/old school
- woody
September 1757, Casino Venier, Venice
A powdery floral fragrance based on authentic 18th century cosmetic formulas.
A coquettish floral capturing the decadence of 18th century Venice, its rococo interiors and clandestine affairs: a powdery blend of black violet, blush rose, and chamomile nestled on an impossibly soft base of dusty iris and subtle, animalic amber.
Sofiero by SweDoft £185.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- cloves
- dark musks
- jasmine
- orris (iris root)
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- vintage/old school
- woody
This perfume is perfect for the time-travelling adventurers among you, perhaps going incognito as a runaway princess at a fin de siecle European royal court.
In 1864, Prince Oscar of Sweden and his wife Sophie bought the Skabelycke estate overlooking the majestic Öresund strait, where they created their summer palace.
This summer palace is known today as Sofiero (Sophie-Ro) one of Europe's most beautiful parks.
As you step through the gates of Sofiero, you are enveloped by a calm feeling of happiness as a sea of flowers floods your senses with hundreds of different forms and colours.
The perfume is designed to transport you to this floral paradise on a warm and sunny summer day.
From the park you wander into the palace, where the antique wood panelling emanates nuances of sandalwood and amber, infused with fresh sea air through the open windows.
Let this sumptuous formula transport you to Sofiero.
Comme des Garcons 2 by Comme Des Garcons £120.00
- Key notes:
- aldehydes
- angelica root
- ink
- mate tea
- tea
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Comme des Garcons 2 is a landmark perfume in the CdG range, and a revered cult classic. Built around invisible incense, the suggestion of ink, and the gentle euphoria of tea, CdG2 is bright and clear, but with an unexpected tenderness. Incredibly diffusive, this EdP retains its structure and presence while also hanging in the air with a barely-there shimmer.
Exit the King by Etat Libre d'Orange £155.00
- Key notes:
- aldehydes
- ambroxan
- lily-of-the-valley
- oakmoss
- sandalwood
- white musk
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- green
- vintage/old school
- woody
An electrified lily-of-the-valley spark, modern molecules reanacting a vintage theme. Also a romantic scented scetch on kings giving in to the magic of love.
Notes from the brand:
"The curtain rises on a state at the corner of 69 rue des Archives, in the Marais, Paris. A place that is like a frontier, where the old world ends and the new world begins. The pale moon can be seen lowering over the towers of Notre Dame in the distance. A man and a woman are in a perfumery, surrounded by bottles. He has yielded in submission to a fallen sovereign and is condemned to the ultimate fate. She is the new soul, the new role, she is desirable and she has conquered. She is the denunciation, a touch condescending. The fluttering of her eyelashes declares she is the one whose hour of glory has arrived, a scent testing blotter in hand."
Mojito Chypre by Pierre Guillaume Cruise/Croisiere £144.00
- Key notes:
- aldehydes
- labdanum
- strawberry
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- leather
- unconventional
- woody
A beach party… from Ibiza to Miami
Pierre Guillaume revisits chypre a classical perfume formula by boldly redrawing its outlines to offer a modern, hybrid composition.
Though the scent is built around classic chypre ingredients: patchouli, vetiver, labdanum, vanilla and oak moss the fruity aromatic twist adds an offbeat, playful touch.
Lime, fresh mint, strawberry aldehydes and rum absolute make up an explosive, exhilarating mojito accord that conjures the atmosphere of beach parties and summer celebrations.
As the perfume quietens down, the chypre structure asserts itself with warm woods and sensual moss.
Monopteros by Der Duft £110.00
- Key notes:
- aldehydes
- cardamom
- coconut
- coffee
- neroli
- Aromagroups:
- unconventional
- woody
A collaboration with Anselm Skogstad.
Monopteros, an architectural term for a circular colonnade supporting a roof but without any walls.
In this perfume the dome is made of a giant coconut shell, the columns are made of coffee and spices and there is an icy aldehydes fountain in the center. The perfume is trippy, but in fun way.
North by Mendittorosa £180.00
- Key notes:
- aldehydes
- cedarwood
- snow accord
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- green
- woody
North is one of the formulas in the North-South duo. The duality is a hint at the contrasting nature of the formulas (the interplay of hot\cool and light\dark notes). Also North is a reference to the north of Europe, Scandinavia and its olfactive context: cool coniferous woods sleeping under the snow in ozonic crisp chill and at the same time cedars radiating their resinous ambery warmth in saunas.
It’s the smell of pencil shavings, kids drawing in a quiet room while it’s snowing outside. In North Mendittorosa invite everyone to imagine that cozy hygge scenario for themselves.
Osmanthus Noble by Exaltatum £130.00
- Key notes:
- aldehydes
- apricot
- labdanum
- osmanthus
- sandalwood
- suede
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- leather
This fragrance is inspired by love, drama and opulence of the famous painting by P. P. Rubens and the legend of Samson and Delilah. Osmanthus Noble is intense and has a strong personality and notes of Osmanthus, Ylang Ylang and Jasmine absolute flowers, spicy tobacco, warm amber and sandalwood.
At opening you can feel fresh, spicy and aldehydic notes blended with bergamot and mandarin that give vividness and intensity. The noble osmanthus absolute combined with an aromatic clary sage play together to form a soft suede accord. Tobacco absolute, delicious black cherry, saffron and tonka beans play an important role in creating a sensual atmosphere. Floral notes of jasmine sambac and ylang-ylang give vitality and bloom in the heart. In the dry down, oakmoss absolute, labdanum, sandalwood, smoky vetiver and animalic musks bring a spiritual feeling and allow the perfume to linger on the skin.
Ramune (Japanese soda) by J-Scent £122.00
- Key notes:
- aldehydes
- raspberry
- rose
- spearmint
- vanilla
- water lily
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- citrusy
- fruity
- transparent
Ramune is a traditional Japanese soda pop sold in a pale blue glass bottle sealed with a marble. The drink is evocative of Japanese summer festivals, carefree times illuminated by dreamy paper lanterns. This eau de parfum starts with the clear notes of lemon, aldehydes and mint, followed by gentle rose, muguet and magnolia, before drifting into musk and vanilla.
About Amunae by Bvlgari
- How does Amunae differ from the fragrances listed here?
- Amunae uniquely combines aldehydes, frankincense, jasmine, dark musks, and oak to balance fresh, floral, woody, and resinous elements. Most alternatives share some notes but vary significantly in character, such as being more animalic, powdery, smoky, or fruity.
- What are aldehydes in perfumery?
- Aldehydes are organic compounds used in perfumery to add brightness and a sparkling, sometimes metallic effect. They often create an immediate fresh and clean impression in a fragrance.
- Are these fragrances suitable for someone who likes floral woody musk scents?
- Some fragrances in this selection retain floral woody musk qualities, particularly those sharing jasmine, dark musks, or oak. However, others emphasise different facets like animalic, smoky, or powdery notes, offering a range of interpretations.









