Amor Amor Forbidden Kiss

Amor Amor Forbidden Kiss by Cacharel (2011)

Released in 2011 and crafted by Dominique Ropion and Laurent Bruyère, Cacharel Amor Amor Forbidden Kiss was the darker, more sensual flanker to the original Amor Amor. Built around grapefruit, pink pepper, mandarin orange, frangipani, coffee, peony, vanilla, musk, and woody notes, this Oriental Vanilla composition captured the spirit of rebellious and forbidden love. The unusual frangipani-coffee combination distinguished it from typical Cacharel feminines.

Amor Amor Forbidden Kiss has been discontinued from Cacharel’s main catalog. While some retailers continue to sell remaining stock, the fragrance no longer appears in active production. Sabina explicitly notes “not available right now,” and Perfume.com shows multiple sold-out items in the listing. Our interpretation references the original 2011 formulation as a long-lasting Eau de Parfum, made in the EU.

Bottle size: 50ml · Concentration: Eau de Parfum (up to 40% perfume oil) · Made in EU

How It Smells

The opening is immediately bright and slightly tart with grapefruit, pink pepper, and juicy mandarin orange creating a sparkling introduction. There is an instant sense of confident feminine sensuality.

The heart introduces the soul of Forbidden Kiss: tropical frangipani flower paired with unexpected coffee accord creates a distinctive bittersweet floral-gourmand character that distinguishes the fragrance from typical Cacharel feminines, joined by refined peony. The dry-down settles on warm vanilla, smooth white musks, and clean woody notes. A base that lingers on skin for hours with sensual, slightly sweet, deeply mysterious feminine depth.

Notes

Top: Grapefruit, Pink Pepper, Mandarin Orange
Heart: Frangipani, Coffee, Peony
Base: Vanilla, Musk, Woody Notes

How Our Version Compares

Our interpretation captures the grapefruit-pepper-mandarin opening, frangipani-coffee-peony heart, and warm vanilla-musk base that defined Amor Amor Forbidden Kiss. Built as a long-lasting Eau de Parfum at up to 40% concentration, typically 7 to 9 hours on skin, longer on fabric.

Common Questions

Is Amor Amor Forbidden Kiss discontinued?

Yes. The fragrance has been discontinued from Cacharel’s main catalog. Authentic bottles trade at premium prices on resale markets, and major retailers show multiple sold-out items.

How does Forbidden Kiss compare to the original Amor Amor?

Forbidden Kiss is darker, deeper, and more sensual than the original. Where Amor Amor leans into fresh juicy florals, Forbidden Kiss adds coffee, frangipani, and oriental vanilla for a more dramatic evening character.

Who created Amor Amor Forbidden Kiss?

The fragrance was co-crafted by Dominique Ropion and Laurent Bruyère, the same perfumers behind the original Amor Amor.

How long does this fragrance last on the skin?

Typically 7 to 9 hours on skin, longer on clothing.

Comparative Advertising Disclaimer: This product is inspired by and compared to Cacharel’s Amor Amor Forbidden Kiss, but is not identical and is not affiliated with Cacharel or L’Oréal. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Product names are used for reference only.