C for Men Eau de Parfum vs Black No. 1 (Fka Blackbird) Eau de Parfum
C for Men EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2010 | Year | 2012 |
| $$$$$ | Price Tier | $$$$$ |
Black No. 1 (Fka Blackbird) EDP
While both C for Men and Black No. 1 deliver bold leather experiences, they diverge in their overall character. C for Men is a more aggressive, almost overwhelming leather, often likened to a supercharged Tuscan Leather. Black No. 1, on the other hand, tempers its leather with a prominent pine note, resulting in a darker, almost gothic feel. If you want raw power and aren't shy about projecting, C for Men is the way to go. But if you prefer a more nuanced, darkly aromatic leather, Black No. 1 offers a unique alternative.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- C for Men
- Black No. 1 (Fka Blackbird)
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a powerful, unapologetic leather fragrance.
- You enjoy fragrances with strong projection and longevity.
- You prefer a more straightforward, less nuanced leather scent.
- You prefer a darker, more aromatic leather fragrance.
- You appreciate unique and unconventional scent profiles.
- You want a leather scent with a noticeable pine note.
This one's a divisive opulent leather bomb. If you're after 'Tuscan Leather on acid' and don't mind dropping serious cash, C for Men delivers a beast-mode, complex take that some call a masterpiece, while others find it simply too much. Definitely not for the faint of heart, or wallet.
Walk into a dark pine wood at dusk and you have it: pine needles, a pungent cannabis note, raw leather and fir resin. Strong, gothic and unusual, made for cold nights rather than the office.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Leather
33% share of the perfume
Canadian Fir Balsam
19% share of the perfume
Leather
23%
vs
32%
Saffron
17% share of the perfume
Jasmine
12% share of the perfume
Rose
10% share of the perfume
Lotus
7% share of the perfume
Mandarin
6% share of the perfume
Iris
6% share of the perfume
Thyme
6% share of the perfume
Mate
5% share of the perfume
Elemi
4% share of the perfume
Labdanum
3% share of the perfume
Pine
26% share of the perfume
Cannabis
23% share of the perfume
Canadian Fir Balsam
19% share of the perfume
Jasmine
12% share of the perfume
Rose
10% share of the perfume
Lotus
7% share of the perfume
Iris
6% share of the perfume
Mate
5% share of the perfume
Labdanum
3% share of the perfume
Leather
23%
vs
32%
Canadian Fir Balsam
19% share of the perfume
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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and beast-mode sillage make it unsuitable for an office setting. This is best reserved for special occasions or date nights, where its bold character and luxurious feel can truly shine without overwhelming.
Seasons
Pine, fir resin and leather feel at home in cold air: winter is the anchor, autumn close behind, and it is heavy for summer.
Occasions
Dark, strong and distinctive, it works best on date nights and evenings out. It is far too intense for the office or sport.
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.
Shares 1 of its 4 notes, including Leather
Adds canadian fir balsam and cannabis, drops elemi and iris
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Black No. 1 (Fka Blackbird) EDP
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