Silver Black Eau de Parfum vs Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

Silver Black

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2005	Year	2016
££	Price Tier	££

Icon Elite

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Silver Black

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Silver Black Eau de Parfum

This one's a mixed bag. Some think it's a timeless, masculine classic, a 'masterpiece' even, while others find it dull, dated, and too 'old school'. Expect compliments from some, disgust from others. If you like a mature, fresh-spicy scent, give it a sniff - especially if you're over 30.

Statement

Our Verdict - Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

Dunhill Icon Elite is a divisive woody scent: some find it a sophisticated, underrated gem, while others dismiss it as generic and underwhelming. It's affordable, but its performance is a toss-up - sometimes subtle, sometimes surprisingly long-lasting on clothes.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	16%	19%
Floral	2%	2%
Fruity	9%	1%
Green	16%	13%
Sweet	12%	6%
Warm	19%	20%
Woody	25%	29%
Earthy	11%	11%
Animalic	6%	7%
Fresh	24%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Silver Black EdP

Icon Elite EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lime 28% vs 21%

Bergamot 18% vs 21%

Only in Silver Black Eau de Parfum

Apple 32% Anise 22%

Only in Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

Cardamom 31% Bitter Orange 26%

Shared Notes

Juniper 46% vs 19%

Only in Silver Black Eau de Parfum

Coriander 28% Cardamom 25%

Only in Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 31% Pepper 27% Sage 22%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 21% vs 27%

Only in Silver Black Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 29% Musk 28% Vetiver 22%

Only in Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

Ebony 30% Suede 26% Labdanum 17%

Accords

Silver Black Eau de Parfum Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

75%

95%

Woody

100%

75%

Citrus

67%

61%

Warm Spicy

73%

72%

Fresh Spicy

58%

Musky

45%

57%

Fruity

54%

Green

54%

Patchouli

52%

Fresh

Powdery

48%

Leather

44%

Aromatic shared

100%

75%

Woody shared

95%

100%

Citrus shared

75%

67%

Warm Spicy shared

61%

73%

Fresh Spicy shared

72%

58%

Musky shared

58%

45%

Fruity

57%

Green

54%

Patchouli

54%

Fresh

52%

Powdery

48%

Leather

44%

Performance

Silver Black Eau de Parfum Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Silver Black 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:

Office

Also Works:

Date Casual Formal

Its clean, fresh, and aromatic profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, though its strong performance and 'old-school' vibe might be too much for some modern office settings or during sporty activities. It also garners compliments, making it a good date option, but its perceived maturity might not suit all formal occasions.

Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office

Also Works:

Date Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and generally refined woody character make it suitable for office wear. While pleasant, it lacks the strong projection often desired for dates or casual outings, though some find it sufficiently elegant for formal settings.