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Which Should You Buy?
Black Phantom is the Marmite of gourmands: a divisive, love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a journey from boozy, bitter darkness to sweet, seductive warmth. It's not a safe blind buy, so sample it before you commit.
This one's a divisive trip to the farm, not the patisserie. If you're expecting butter and sweet pastry, prepare for a generous dose of hay, honey, and perhaps a touch of barnyard funk. Truly unique, but definitely a 'try before you buy' situation.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 2% | 2% |
| Fruity | 3% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 9% |
| Sweet | 55% | 50% |
| Warm | 21% | 16% |
| Woody | 10% | 11% |
| Earthy | 13% | 7% |
| Animalic | 0% | 3% |
| Fresh | 0% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This is a potent, dark gourmand best suited for intimate evening settings. Its intensity and sweet profile make it unsuitable for office wear, while its luxurious character elevates it for formal events and dates, though some users report poor longevity for the price.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweetness and prominent hay accord make it unsuitable for formal settings or the office. However, its unique and comforting scent profile lends itself well to casual outings or a relaxed date, especially given its impressive longevity noted by wearers.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Woody, Powdery accords and Sandalwood, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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