Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Ace
Unisex · EDP · £64.99
Inspired by Thomas Kosmala No. 4 Apres l'Amour.
Description
Game of Spades Ace is the original 2021 precursor to Game of Spades Platinum, a fragrance from Jo Milano Paris discussed by the community as a twist on Thomas Kosmala No. 4 Après l'Amour, opening with the same lemon zest and orange blossom brightness before settling into a smooth spiced amber sandalwood base. Product Overview Game of Spades Ace launched in 2021 as part of Jo Milano's Luxury Series and predates Platinum, sharing essentially the same top and base note structure while landing at a slightly more restrained, cleaner register overall. One long term Fragrantica reviewer describes the experience precisely: an initial impression of pure Baccarat Rouge, which upon further wear reveals itself as a genuine twist rather than a straight clone, closely tracking descriptions of Thomas Kosmala No. 4 Après l'Amour, itself known within the community as a twist on BR540. Scent Profile The opening combines orange blossom and lemon zest, delivering a bright citrus introduction. The heart brings an aromatic spice accord forward, adding warmth and character. The base settles into musk, amber, and sandalwood, creating a smooth, creamy, long lasting finish. Technical Structure and Development On skin, Game of Spades Ace opens with a citrus burst that reads as more overtly Baccarat Rouge like upon first spray, before the composition reveals its own identity. As it develops, the aromatic spices genuinely come to the forefront after roughly an hour, delivering a deep, rich, warm spiciness the reviewer describes as quite addicting, distinct from the more metallic, woody character of BR540 itself. In the dry down, amber blends smoothly with creamy sandalwood, with the fragrance's mineralic, clean skin musk qualities remaining perceptible for longer than a typical BR540 alternative before eventually fading. Performance Performance is solid, with reviewers describing above average projection and the fragrance remaining perceptible on skin considerably longer than reference points like BR540 itself. Wear Scenarios - Daily wear and evening occasions alike, given its balanced, clean spiced amber character - Anyone seeking an accessible alternative to Thomas Kosmala No. 4 Après l'Amour - Year round versatility - Signature scent for fans of citrus led amber compositions Scent Family Positioning Game of Spades Ace occupies the oriental spicy family, built around an orange blossom lemon zest opening, a spiced heart, and a musk amber sandalwood base. As the original entry in what would become a small sub line, it sits slightly lighter and cleaner than its successor Platinum. Inspired By and Style Comparisons Game of Spades Ace is discussed by the community as tracking the profile of Thomas Kosmala No. 4 Après l'Amour, itself understood as a twist on Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540. Reviewers are careful to distinguish it from a straight BR540 clone, noting it is brighter with more citrus and a smoother, less metallic and woody character than the Kurkdjian original, aligning it more closely with the TK No. 4 reference point specifically. Flankers and Variations Game of Spades Ace is the direct precursor to Game of Spades Platinum, with reviewers confirming the two share the same exact juice, Platinum representing a sweeter, heavier spiced evolution of the Ace formula. Market and Community Reception Game of Spades Ace remains well regarded within the Jo Milano community as a foundational entry in the house's amber spice lineup, with long term reviewers praising its balance of citrus brightness and warm spiced amber depth as more nuanced than a simple designer clone.
Notes
Top Notes
- Orange Blossom
- Lemon Zest
Heart Notes
- Aromatic Spices
Base Notes
- Musk
- Amber
- Sandalwood
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Best Notes Match
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Platinum
Shared notes: Orange Blossom, Lemon Zest
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Community Reviews
1 reviews with an average rating of 8.0 out of 10.