Fate Man

22 reseñas

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• Jaipur

  November 11, 2014

  

  Fate for Men is a brutal luxury fragrance. In my opinion, it surpasses Gold and Jubilation in opulence, though it’s just my opinion, so don’t take it as gospel. I feel it’s so loaded with spices (ginger, cumin, saffron) and balsams (myrrh, frankincense) that even an amateur like me notices it. It does full justice to Amouage with that Arab touch. It’s not for daily wear or anything; its exoticism calls for special occasions. Longevity and trail are top-tier.

• Tami Franco

  December 24, 2014

  

  Although I find similarities with Beloved Man and Jubilation as they are soft, beautiful, and sensual oriental scents, I also see parallels with Opus VII and Fate as opposites to the first ones: they are strong orientals, nothing sensual, not very versatile, complex, convoluted, and very smoky. I would never wear them. I identify this type of fragrance with smells of religious or intellectual microclimates, such as temples, cathedrals, universities, or bazaars, but not with people, unless perhaps with distinguished personalities in those spheres whose intellectual opulence is inversely proportional to a lamentably underdeveloped sensitivity, as these scents invite more to satisfy intellectual curiosity than to enjoy skin-to-skin romance.

• gbriel

  July 5, 2015

  

  At first, I loved it; it reminded me of freshly dusted cinnamon powder over my mother’s rice pudding; but as hours passed, I realised that the wormwood mixed with the licorice eventually became tiring. Overall, it’s a spiced, silky, earthy, and balsamic aroma, but notes like saffron, wormwood, and licorice stand out too much and make it boring to wear for several hours.

• drakecito

  December 24, 2015

  

  Recently tried the version with the magnetic cap and I liked it quite a lot. Perhaps among the ‘modernised’ versions, this is one of the ones that impressed me most after Interlude and others like Opus IV. It’s a very spiced oriental (sometimes excessively), featuring cumin, frankincense, saffron, woods, musk, and a very particular licorice note that, together with immortelle, sweetens it considerably. As others say, the licorice and especially the cumin can become tiring if used too much or applied heavily. As it dries, it becomes a bit monotonous with the pseudo-frankincense and spices, quite linear. It has good longevity, easily lasting 9-10 hours, with a potent trail for the first hour and then settling down. Performance is very good, not a bomb. That said, perhaps one of the best in the brand in this regard. I don’t share those pseudo-philosophical associations of ‘intellectualism’. It’s simply a scent that will please or not please all kinds of people.

• drakecito

  January 1, 2016

  

  I just tried it with the magnetic cap and I liked this Amouage one a lot. Perhaps among the updated versions, this is one of the ones that impressed me most, after Interlude and others like Opus IV. It’s a very spiced oriental (sometimes excessively), with cumin, frankincense, saffron, woods, musk, and a very particular licorice note that, along with immortelle, sweetens it greatly. As others say, the licorice and especially the cumin can become tiring if used too much or applied heavily. It also lacks a bit of variety when drying, staying monotonous with the frankincense and spices. It lasts 9-10 hours easily, with a strong trail for the first hour and then more subdued. Good performance, not a bomb, perhaps one of the best in the brand in this regard. I don’t share the philosophical theories about ‘intellectualism’; it’s just a scent that will please or not please whoever wants to try it.

• Miguelón

  February 14, 2016

  

  A scent of incense with a slight floral touch, little more. It doesn’t justify its price, and I don’t like it. It smells soapy, a bit sweet and spicy. I have three samples of Amouage and none have convinced me. My rating is 5.

• Miguelón

  February 18, 2016

  

  It’s frankincense, floral, and little more. It’s not worth the bottle price. It smells soapy, slightly sweet and spicy. I have three Amouage samples and none of them have pleased me. My rating is 5.

• Sibarita

  April 23, 2016

  

  It’s a beast. I knew I’d love it because of the frankincense it promises. The opening is ginger and tangerine, but then the fruity frankincense takes over and truly captivates me. I adore it because I’m a fan of the Arab world and its spices; smelling it transports me straight to Jemaa el-Fna in Marrakech with those incense burners at full blast. The trail is medium-to-high, ideal for evenings or cold days due to its balsamic notes. I simply love Fate; it will be my next Amouage purchase.

• El poder del aroma

  June 10, 2016

  

  What kind of curry do you desire? Hehe. I like to start my original fragrances with such preambles to add emotion. I love rice with curry and raisins, I recommend it if you like contrasting flavours. Every time I go to eat curry from the tin, I think of Fate for Men. Although I like the aroma of curry, I believe this fragrance has zero versatility. But in terms of concept, it is indeed interesting.

• SMAUG

  September 15, 2016

  

  Hello friends, greetings. I will talk to you about this amazing and wonderful fragrance. I believe Fate is very important for Amouage because it shows those precious notes that define the brand. For me, it is very enjoyable, although I agree with the polarising reaction it has, as only seeing the great oriental notes in capital letters without asking permission. It is the most oriental there can be; its notes are not common in the West but they are in the East. I believe it is the voice of Amouage, completely in style. I will tell you my experience with Fate for Man: you really feel the tune of Oman, super oriental, it has two types of incense that are not too mixed thanks to the craftsmanship. It is quite different; every time I wear it, it transports me to Arab countries. It is very wearable and comfortable, unlike what many think. There are more fragrances that shine more in polarising tastes, but none like this in terms of reaction: you love it or you hate it. I have the magnetic cap that fixes well on the skin and lasts between 7-10 hours. It is interesting how the notes develop: I perceive much of the mandarin and the incenses, the labdanum from start to finish, the tonka bean at the dry down, and the other notes too. It does not overproject, perhaps a metre or two, and fades to become a skin scent by 6 hours. I like this type of fragrance, I have used it casually and in intimacy, it evolves fascinatingly. Its bottle and box are of the best. I believe Fate deserves a better place for fragrance lovers; it has left me wrapped from start to finish. Exquisite, totally Arab style, semi-linear and imposing. If it has cumin and ginger, they are noticeable, but they fade until they reach the skin, where the woods are also felt. I recommend it, but try before buying. Longevity: 8/10, Versatility: 7/10, Projection: 8/10, Tenacity: 10/10, Quality: 9/10, Sillage: 8.5/10, Scent: 9.5/10. TOTAL: 9.5/10. A spectacular fragrance.

• uhm

  April 23, 2017

  

  I like the scent, although I expected more potency, the longevity is good. I used to fear the cumin and the incense, but they are very friendly and blend well with the licorice, which gives that sweetness I like, and the immortelle, which in other perfumes sometimes smells like curry and tires, but here it is not excessively pronounced. I have too many perfumes and with such a high price, the small decant I have is enough for me.

• Darkbeat

  June 19, 2017

  

  If you have been in an Arab souk, you know how Fate smells: it is a championship spicy oriental. I have liked it very much; at the start it is a swarm of spices on a smoky background, highlighting the cumin with a slight orange citrus sweetness, caressed by saffron, absinthe, and ginger, nothing strident. Then the incense appears, balsamic, resinous, almost sweet and effervescent, with a discreet floral. This part is spectacular; the incense is beautiful and well-executed. Afterwards, it sweetens a bit without excess, becoming woody, smoky, resinous, creamy, and exotically musky. A delight. Very long-lasting, it exceeds 8 hours on skin, although the projection fades a bit. It is special, for special occasions, not so versatile for daily life, and especially for cold climates and night. The only drawback is the price, somewhat disproportionate, but if you can afford it, it is highly recommended and enigmatic.

• Darkbeat

  July 1, 2017

  

  If you’ve ever entered an Arab souk to buy spices, you know what Fate smells like: it’s a champion spiced oriental. I loved it; it starts very spiced, like a swarm over a smoky backdrop, where cumin shines with a citrusy and sweet touch of orange, accompanied by saffron, wormwood, and ginger, all very balanced and not piercing. Then the frankincense comes to the fore, balsamic, resinous, and almost sweet. It’s spectacular, very well made. Afterwards, it sweetens a bit without going overboard, becoming woody, smoky, resinous yet creamy and musky. A delight. It lasts more than 8 hours on skin, although the projection drops a bit. It’s very special, for special occasions and cold climates, not for everyday use. The only flaw is the price, which is very high, but if you can afford it, it’s a recommendation.

• Metaleroenésimo

  May 12, 2019

  

  I seem to remember that in my previous Amouage reviews I said the most Arab ones were Interlude Man and Jubilation XXV. Edit: those are, and Fate for Men is too. The first time I tried it, I was blown away. I had little faith because I read that Amouage had dropped its standards, but nothing could be further from the truth. I came across a magnificent oriental fragrance: spicy, sweet, and resinous, with clearly Arab exoticism and very original. I do not know in what occasions to wear it, but I know it is nothing for summer. It has outstanding longevity, projection, and sillage. Along with Interlude, it is the masculine fragrance with the best tenacity from Amouage.

• kjarr

  May 12, 2019

  

  With Fate, it happens to me as with most Amouages: every time I wear it is a different experience. They are my “jewels”. Fate is an olfactory experience: sometimes cumin predominates, other times the immortelle, other times the spice shop smell, and it is always fun. I do not know what depends on why one note or another smells more each time, although I know it is due to the skin or temperature. That is why it is exceptional and deserves a try, but do not buy blindly; try it several times or in a sample because it is not for everyone. A companion said she loved that it smelled “clean”, whereas I would say the opposite. Each one perceives it differently, and that makes it extraordinary. For me, I use it in cold climates, day and night, from formal to “night hunting”. It is an “ultra-oriental” oriental that draws attention. Amouage longevity and sillage, with that everything is said. Be careful with the sprays, go little by little until you find your dose.

• kjarr

  May 16, 2019

  

  With Fate, it happens to me as with most Amouages: every time I wear it, it’s a different experience. They are my ‘jewels’. It’s an olfactory experience: sometimes cumin predominates, other times immortelle, other times it smells like a spice shop, and it’s always fun. I don’t know what depends on one note standing out more; it’s a mystery, although I know it’s due to the skin or temperature. That’s why it’s exceptional and deserves a try, but don’t buy it blindly; try it several times in a sample or in a perfumery because it’s not for everyone. I was surprised that a colleague thought it smelled ‘clean’, whereas I would say the opposite. Everyone perceives it differently, and that makes it unique. For me, in cold climates, day or night, in formal situations or ‘night hunting’. It’s an oriental, ‘very oriental’, that draws attention and makes you feel different. Longevity and trail are pure Amouage. Be careful with sprays; go little by little so you don’t regret it.

• Metaleroenésimo

  May 31, 2019

  

  I believe I’ve mentioned in other reviews that Interlude Man and Jubilation XXV are the most Arabic of Amouage, but I stand corrected: they now join Fate for Men in that category. The first time I tried it, I was blown away. I hadn’t much faith as I’d read the brand had slipped into mediocrity, but nothing could be further from the truth. I encountered a luxurious oriental fragrance: sweet spices, resins, and a very original Arab exoticism. So much so that I don’t know what occasions to wear it for; I only know it’s a definite no for summer. It has outstanding longevity, projection, and sillage. By the way, alongside Interlude, it is Amouage’s male scent with the most impact.

• gelo999

  March 14, 2020

  

  If Interlude uses oregano to give character to the burning of agarwood, Fate uses cumin to evoke the strength and power of the inevitable, a coincidence that both are from the same era and based on spices. I’ve never heard of a sweet cumin fragrance so beautiful; other times they seemed heavy, sweaty, or lascivious, but here the frankincense with copal balsam gives it a unique oriental spirituality, a masterpiece by Mr Chong. Moreover, I didn’t believe immortelle and licorice would assemble so well within this spell of the East. Excellent: 9.5

• gelo999

  March 15, 2020

  

  If Interlude uses oregano for its agarwood, Fate uses cumin to evoke the force of the inevitable. I have never heard such a beautiful sweet cumin fragrance; other times it has been heavy, sweaty, or lascivious, but here the spirituality of the incense with copaiba balsam makes it unique and oriental. Furthermore, I did not think that the immortelle and licorice would blend so well in this Eastern spell. Excellent: 9.5.

• Landberk70

  June 16, 2021

  

  I have worn this perfume for a year and the truth is that today my perspective has changed. At first, I loved it, with that hit of cumin and a green, woody base. It is interesting and pleasant, unless you are bothered by the smell of a spice shop. I used to think it was a beast in projection and longevity, but that is not the case; I wonder if my sensors are burnt out or if it truly does not last as long. It is elegant but with low sillage and projection, just like other oud fragrances that promise much but remain discreet. Fate is wearable in any season; today I applied six sprays and it does not overwhelm: it starts strong like an English horse and then walks like a lamb. A perfume for mature men, over 30 years old. Scent 7/10, Sillage 6/10, Longevity 5/10, Projection 5/10.

• SirCharlie

  February 14, 2022

  

  Amouage Fate Man is one of the densest and deepest fragrances I know. It has a resinous facet and a powerful spicy base, even with a hint of animalic. The opening is cardamom-heavy, herbal, and slightly camphoraceous, but then it becomes almost pure resin and spice, like a desert storm that can overwhelm you if you don’t know where you are going. It is the stereotypical oriental: strong, opulent, and with all the Arab stamp. I had to give it many chances to judge it properly, so now I say it is of high quality, with otherworldly longevity and projection, but it is not my favourite as it is a well-defined archetype. It is unisex, but leans more masculine, perfect for cold weather (although in the East it is worn in heat), ideal for lovers of the East. Note: 8/10 quality, 5/10 personal taste.

• Angelmaius

  February 19, 2025

  

  Imagine an ancient wooden Gothic church, but not in darkness, rather in a sun-drenched forest where the light bathes the ground. Fate is exactly that: incense with a balsamic touch and a green note that brings it to life. It is so appealing that hardly anyone could dislike it, although those who have an opinion, will have one. The longevity is good, not the most potent of Amouage, but the sillage is acceptable, ideal for being close to people without overwhelming their noses.