Meander

Amouage Meander is a softly intense, unisex fragrance centered around a creamy, powdery sandalwood base with a distinctive and nuanced opening of spiced frankincense, carrot seeds, and peppery iris. The composition evokes a meditative, meandering journey—hence its name—characterized by a subtle interplay of earthy root notes, nuanced sweetness, and green herbal facets. It features a clean, aromatic progression, where the initial bright, slightly fruity frankincense and peppery carrot note gradually yields to a refined, woody-amber heart anchored by orris and cypriol. The dry down is smooth, lightly sweet, and marked by a clean, waxy sandalwood reminiscent of Santal 33, but softer and more balanced, with added light earthiness from vetiver. While the projection is moderate and longevity is long, performance is dependable, with strong persistence even as a skin scent. The fragrance is praised for its elegant blending, artistic depth, and refined sensibility—deemed suitable for day or night wear across all seasons. It stands as one of Amouage's more accessible, wearable releases, standing out for its unisex appeal and surprising complexity, yet it’s described by some as subtly unremarkable or underwhelming despite its quality ingredients.