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Amouage

The Library Collection Opus V

2011
USER RATINGS 1,390
Love
612
Like
505
Ok
67
Dislike
195
Hate
11
4.09 β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.09 / 5 from 1,390 votes Reviews (12)
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes

Longevity

Very weak
23
Weak
27
Moderate
107
Long lasting
190
Eternal
268

Sillage

Intimate
64
Moderate
230
Strong
258
Enormous
252

When To Wear

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Reviews

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    Idris Meyer Love March 28, 2026

    I picked up The Library Collection Opus V (2011) mostly on a whim, and it turned out to be a pleasant surprise. That first spray gives a lovely Orris Root/Rum impression that dries down smoothly. Right away I get mostly Orris Root alongside Rum, fresh and very easy to wear. On my skin the performance is reliable, not a beast but far from weak. I would happily buy a full bottle.

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    Anouk Dupont Like May 25, 2026

    I have owned The Library Collection Opus V for a while now and my opinion has only gotten stronger. The drydown leans on Agarwood (Oud) plus Woodsy Notes and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. The opening is built around Orris Root and Rum β€” bright and immediately recognizable. It projects politely for a couple of hours, then stays close and cosy. A solid addition for anyone who enjoys this style.

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    Leo Cattaneo Like June 22, 2026

    I picked up The Library Collection Opus V (2011) mostly on a whim, and it turned out to be a pleasant surprise. The opening is built around Orris Root and Rum β€” bright and immediately recognizable. The drydown leans on Agarwood (Oud) plus Woodsy Notes and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. Performance is consistent: comfortable sillage and several hours of wear on my skin. I reach for it often and always enjoy the wear.

  4. W
    Wren Lindberg Ok July 10, 2026

    A couple of wears in, The Library Collection Opus V has really grown on me. Right away I get mostly Orris Root alongside Rum, fresh and very easy to wear. The first minutes are all about Orris Root with a hint of Rum β€” it grabs attention without being pushy. On my skin the performance is reliable, not a beast but far from weak. I enjoy it when I wear it, yet I rarely think of reaching for it.

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    Dario Costa Love July 14, 2026

    I have owned The Library Collection Opus V for a while now and my opinion has only gotten stronger. The heart is the best part for me: Iris and Rose feel carefully balanced. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Iris with Rose, which is where the fragrance really shines. Projection stays close for the first hour, then becomes a soft, pleasant aura. Full-bottle worthy without a doubt.

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    Isla Kim Dislike July 18, 2026

    Picked up a sample of The Library Collection Opus V after reading the community buzz (2011). The heart is the best part for me: Iris and Rose feel carefully balanced. Right away I get mostly Orris Root alongside Rum, fresh and very easy to wear. After a few hours it becomes a soft skin scent with a lovely trail. The composition is well made but not for me.

  7. C
    Caspian Nowak Dislike July 24, 2026

    I needed a full wearing before I made my mind up about The Library Collection Opus V. Right away I get mostly Orris Root alongside Rum, fresh and very easy to wear. The base rests on Agarwood (Oud) and Woodsy Notes β€” warm, grounded and easy to live with. It lasts through a full workday on me, which is exactly what I want. The composition is well made but not for me.

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    Noa Cattaneo Like August 4, 2026

    I have owned The Library Collection Opus V for a while now and my opinion has only gotten stronger. The first minutes are all about Orris Root with a hint of Rum β€” it grabs attention without being pushy. Give it a little time and Iris with Rose comes forward β€” smooth and well done. On my skin the performance is reliable, not a beast but far from weak. Well done β€” recommended if the notes appeal to you.

  9. L
    Leon Rossi Dislike August 5, 2026

    My first Amouage experience was this one, The Library Collection Opus V (2011). The heart is the best part for me: Iris and Rose feel carefully balanced. Give it a little time and Iris with Rose comes forward β€” smooth and well done. The drydown lingers pleasantly, and I do not need to reapply at lunch. The composition is well made but not for me.

  10. L
    Luna Park Love August 7, 2026

    Amouage knows how to compose, and The Library Collection Opus V (2011) is proof. The drydown leans on Agarwood (Oud) plus Woodsy Notes and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Iris with Rose, which is where the fragrance really shines. Performance is consistent: comfortable sillage and several hours of wear on my skin. I would happily buy a full bottle.

  11. W
    Wren Grant Dislike August 21, 2026

    I keep reaching for The Library Collection Opus V more than I expected to. The opening is built around Orris Root and Rum β€” bright and immediately recognizable. The first minutes are all about Orris Root with a hint of Rum β€” it grabs attention without being pushy. Projection stays close for the first hour, then becomes a soft, pleasant aura. Sadly this one does not work on my skin.

  12. J
    June Novak Like August 27, 2026

    A couple of wears in, The Library Collection Opus V has really grown on me. As it settles, Agarwood (Oud) and Woodsy Notes come through and give it real depth. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Iris with Rose, which is where the fragrance really shines. It performs better in warmer weather β€” in the heat it opens up nicely. I reach for it often and always enjoy the wear.

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