Amber is not a single fragrance, but rather a combination of different scents blended together to create an “amber” fragrance profile. It is a warm, lightly sweet fragrance that usually smells musky and rich, and may also have a hint of powder and/or spice. Amber is a “fantasy” scent, meaning it doesn’t occur naturally in nature, but it has its roots in real life. The word “amber” probably calls to mind fossilized tree resin which has been used as a gemstone in jewelry for centuries due to its beautiful color, depth, and shine. The scent of tree resin varies a bit depending on the type of tree it comes from, but it’s known for a sweet, spicy, and aromatic fragrance. The modern amber scent is also inspired by ambergris, a substance that has a long history in perfumery. Ambergris is a solid, waxy substance created in the digestive tract of the sperm whale. While it does not smell nice when fresh, as the ambergris dries out, it develops a musky, earthy scent used in high-end perfumes. The exact formulation of amber differs across different brands, with each maker’s individual interpretation of what amber is mixed in. Overall, the beautiful and comforting smell of amber can be described as warm, sensual, and exotic.