Is Armaf Signature Night a dupe of Bvlgari Man In Black?

Man In Black EDP

Bvlgari by Alberto Morillas Original Acquired

Signature Night EDP

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Man In Black Eau de Parfum bottle Man In Black EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2014 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Signature Night Eau de Parfum bottle Signature Night EDP
Our Verdict

While both Man In Black and Signature Night share warm spicy, woody, and amber accords, they cater to different preferences and budgets. Man In Black is a bold, premium EDP with a pronounced spicy-floral-leather profile, designed for making a statement. Signature Night, on the other hand, is a more subdued and affordable option. It offers a similar spicy-woody experience but with less intensity and complexity. If you prioritize performance, sophistication, and a memorable scent, Man In Black is the clear winner. However, if you seek an everyday, budget-friendly option, Signature Night is a decent choice.

$60.57+ tax from
2.0 fl oz (60 ml) at Amazon US
Best value $20.11/fl oz (5.0 fl oz (150 ml))
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Man In Black if...
  • You want a bold, attention-grabbing fragrance.
  • You appreciate complex, high-quality ingredients.
  • You prefer a strong, long-lasting scent.
  • You enjoy leather and floral notes with spice.
Choose Signature Night if...
  • You're on a tight budget but want a similar vibe.
  • You prefer a more subtle and understated scent.
  • You want an everyday fragrance for casual wear.
  • You like a simple, spicy-woody profile.
Our Verdict - Man In Black EDP
A bold, fiery statement scent blending spicy warmth and smoky woods with a seductive floral heart. If you crave undeniable presence and sophistication, Man In Black delivers with hypnotic allure.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Signature Night EDP
Skip the clone comparisons; Armaf Signature Night is a decent spicy-woody scent in its own right if you're after something affordable and subtle. Just don't expect it to blow your socks off with projection or uniqueness.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Man In Black EDP A Signature Night EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Man In Black EDP
Signature Night EDP

Notes

Man In Black
Signature Night

Top Notes

Spicy Notes Spicy Notes 54% Elemi Elemi 46%

Top Notes

Spicy Notes Spicy Notes 100%
Shared Notes
Spicy Notes Spicy Notes 54% vs 100%
Iris Iris 53% vs 47%
Benzoin Benzoin 48% vs 24%
Shared Notes
Spicy Notes Spicy Notes 54% vs 100%
Only in Man In Black
Elemi Elemi 46%
Shared Notes
Iris Iris 53% vs 47%
Only in Man In Black
Tuberose Tuberose 47%
Only in Signature Night
Leather Leather 27% Violet Leaf Violet Leaf 26%
Shared Notes
Benzoin Benzoin 48% vs 24%
Only in Man In Black
Woody Notes Woody Notes 51%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Man In Black Signature Night
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Man In Black

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The heavy, spicy, resinous and ambery character makes this ideal for cold weather, where its richness and warmth shine. It can work in spring and cool nights but feels overwhelming in heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold, seductive and opulent projection suits formal events and nights out, but may be too assertive for the office or sporty settings. Works well for romantic evenings.

Signature Night

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Despite some claims of good projection and longevity, many reviews note this fragrance is notably weak, requiring generous application for impact. This makes it ideal for more intimate settings like dates and office wear, where a softer presence is preferred, rather than highly formal events or sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
46%
Key Similarities

Shares 3 of its 8 notes, including Benzoin, Iris, Spicy Notes

Key Differences

Adds guaiac wood and leather, drops elemi and tuberose

Where to buy

Man In Black EDP
Signature Night EDP

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