by Jeanne Arthes
Amore Mio Garden of Delight is a lightweight, sweetly spiced chypre that evokes a softer, more affordable version of Baccarat Rouge 540. It opens with a sharp burst of blood orange, saffron, and a spicy lavender note, giving it a clean, slightly medicinal quality reminiscent of the original luxury fragrance. The heart reveals a gentle, creamy sweetness akin to cotton candy or caramelized sugar, with a subtle earthy mossiness and synthetic ambergris that smoothes the drydown. The scent remains faint and airy on skin—stronger in the air or on a spray test—making it feel more like a body mist than a lasting EDP. While it lacks projection and doesn’t evolve much over time, it lingers moderately (up to 4–5 hours) with a soft, sweet-mossy trail. It’s best suited for evening wear in autumn or winter, particularly for those who appreciate the aesthetic of luxury dupes without the price tag. The perfume stands out for its affordability, with most comparing it favorably to Cloud or BCR540, noting it captures the core sweetness and spiciness of those scents at a fraction of the cost. Some appreciate the elegant bottle design with its apple-shaped form and snake motif, adding to its collectible appeal. However, the scent’s weak sillage and brief longevity mean it won’t leave a trail, nor does it perform well in summer or on hot skin. A few users report a harsh or antiseptic odor, likening it to a hospital or a surgical spray.