Amouage
Interlude Woman
About
Interlude Woman wears as a contrast of smoke and bright fruit, where incense, honey, and coffee meet kiwi and citrus. On skin it deepens into leather, benzoin, and oud, leaving a warm amber-sandalwood trail.
Interlude Woman opens with the cool citrus of bergamot and grapefruit, then quickly warms into spicy ginger and the green bitterness of marigold. In the heart, the texture grows denser: incense and opoponax create a resinous smoke, while honey and coffee bring a thick, almost gourmand depth. The kiwi accord stands out clearly, adding a moist fruity tartness that makes the scent distinctive. Rose, jasmine, and orange blossom soften the transitions, yet the perfume never turns delicate floral; its character stays dark and saturated. The base settles into leather, benzoin, oud, and amber, wrapped in warm sandalwood and a gentle tonka sweetness. Projection is noticeable and long-lasting, especially in cool weather and evening settings. It suits wearers who enjoy smoky, resin-fruity compositions with a contrast between sweetness and dry woody shadow.
Top notes
marigold, ginger, grapefruit, bergamot
Heart
incense, walnut, immortelle, kiwi, honey, opoponax, coffee, sandalwood, rose, orange blossom, jasmine
Base
leather, benzoin, oud, sandalwood, amber, tonka bean