Stallion D'Arabie
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Black Touch
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Which Should You Buy?
If you're after a refined, all-rounder with excellent staying power, Stallion D'Arabie is your ticket. It's a crowd-pleaser that punches well above its weight, delivering quality and performance at a bargain price.
Black Touch is a budget-friendly head-scratcher that splits opinion right down the middle. Many are calling it a darker, smokier blend of Terre d'Hermes and Encre Noire, while others find it cheap, synthetic, or just plain offensive. Blind buy at your own risk, but for those who love it, it's a solid cheapie with impressive longevity given the price.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 18% |
| Floral | 24% | 27% |
| Fruity | 3% | 2% |
| Green | 8% | 7% |
| Sweet | 17% | 15% |
| Warm | 11% | 16% |
| Woody | 17% | 17% |
| Earthy | 11% | 11% |
| Animalic | 1% | 6% |
| Fresh | 17% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
This scent's fresh, woody character and impressive longevity make it highly versatile, suitable for most occasions without being overpowering. Its sophisticated profile elevates it for dates and less casual settings, while remaining appropriate for the office if applied sparingly.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally refined, earthy character make it suitable for office and formal wear, though some find it too 'over 30'. The divisive nature means it's not a universal crowd-pleaser for all casual settings, and the rich, dark notes aren't suited for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Citrus, Woody accords and Jasmine, Geranium notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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