Black Gold Eau de Parfum bottle Black Gold
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2017 Year 2020
££ Price Tier £
Rare Carbon Eau de Parfum bottle Rare Carbon

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Gold Eau de Parfum
Black Gold is a divisive one. You'll either get an incredibly luxurious, clean, and masculine lavender-leather dream, or a headache-inducing floral soap that reminds you of your nan. Definitely try before you buy, as personal chemistry truly dictates the experience.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Rare Carbon Eau de Parfum
This is a seriously polarising leather beast. Some say it's a dead ringer for Ombre Leather, others say it's a hot mess. Expect a powerful, somewhat rough-around-the-edges leather floral that demands attention, but be prepared for some sniffers to recoil. A true budget banger for those who love bold leather.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6% 0%
Floral 21% 24%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 6% 11%
Sweet 16% 20%
Warm 17% 17%
Woody 17% 23%
Earthy 15% 15%
Animalic 13% 11%
Fresh 16% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black Gold EdP
Rare Carbon EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cinnamon 23% vs 17%
Nutmeg 22% vs 20%
Only in Black Gold Eau de Parfum
Lavender 34% Citrus 20%
Only in Rare Carbon Eau de Parfum
Leather 35% Violet Leaf 27%
Shared Notes
Violet 25% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Amber 18% vs 31%
Vetiver 17% vs 34%
Only in Black Gold Eau de Parfum
Leather 23% Woody 21% Musk 20%
Only in Rare Carbon Eau de Parfum
Sandalwood 34%

Accords

Black Gold Eau de Parfum Rare Carbon Eau de Parfum
100%
Lavender
65%
Leather
100%
95%
Fresh Spicy
54%
93%
Woody
85%
85%
Aromatic
83%
Powdery
73%
78%
Violet Floral
67%
72%
Floral
Ozonic
70%
68%
Cinnamon
Animalic
68%
Oud
62%
Aquatic
58%
Rose
58%
100%
Leather shared
65%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
95%
54%
Woody shared
93%
85%
85%
Powdery shared
83%
73%
Violet Floral shared
78%
67%
72%
70%
68%
68%
Oud
62%
58%
58%

Performance

Black Gold Eau de Parfum Rare Carbon Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Gold Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its blend of freshness and underlying sophistication makes it versatile for many settings. While praised for its performance, its unique and occasionally strong floral leanings might be a bit much for some office environments, making it better suited for evenings and formal events.

Rare Carbon Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and dominant leather accord make it a bit much for the office. It's much better suited to evening wear, like dates or formal events, where its bold character can shine without overwhelming those around you.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
84%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
86%
Accord
53%
Key Similarities

Both share Leather, Woody, Powdery accords and Violet, Leather notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black Gold Eau de Parfum
Rare Carbon Eau de Parfum
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