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Which Should You Buy?
Interlude Black Iris is a beast, plain and simple. It's a challenging, polarising beast with massive sillage and longevity. You'll either love its dark, smoky, buttery iris or you'll be running for the hills. Definitely not a blind buy.
This is a seriously slick, sophisticated leather offering from Dunhill. It's an absolute steal given its quality, delivering a smooth, dark, and utterly masculine scent that punches well above its price point. Skip it if you're not into intense leather, though.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 8% |
| Floral | 6% | 14% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 17% | 12% |
| Sweet | 9% | 8% |
| Warm | 18% | 20% |
| Woody | 10% | 11% |
| Earthy | 17% | 11% |
| Animalic | 29% | 28% |
| Fresh | 16% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its nuclear performance and intense, dark character, Black Iris is far too strong for most office environments or casual daytime wear. It truly shines for formal evening events or dates where its mysterious aura can make a powerful impression.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its rich, dark, and intense leather character, with decent projection, means it might be a bit much for a conservative office setting. However, its elegance and smooth delivery make it perfect for dates and evening formal events, especially in cooler weather. It's too heavy for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Leather, Oud, Powdery accords and Violet Leaf, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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