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Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum bottle Black XS (2018) EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2018 Year 2019
££ Price Tier £
Follow Your Instinct Eau de Parfum bottle Follow Your Instinct EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black XS (2018) EDP
This updated Black XS is a polarising beast. Some rave about its playful sweetness and mass-appealing charm, while others lament its weakened performance and what they see as a diluted version of the original. Expect compliments, but don't expect it to last.
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Our Verdict - Follow Your Instinct EDP
A playful citrus-spice that's seen a bit of a glow-up since its launch. Initially dismissed as fleeting and uninspired, some reckon it opens up nicely, especially in the heat. Don't expect miracles, but for a cheapie, it holds its own.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black XS (2018) EDP
Follow Your Instinct EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 20% vs 27%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 30% vs 35%
Only in Follow Your Instinct
Amber 39% Vetiver 26%

Accords

Black XS (2018) Follow Your Instinct
100%
Citrus
100%
90%
Warm Spicy
57%
85%
Sweet
73%
Amber
55%
71%
Aromatic
48%
69%
Woody
52%
58%
Balsamic
55%
Fresh
55%
Patchouli
52%
Anis
55%
51%
Cinnamon
Earthy
47%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
90%
57%
85%
Amber shared
73%
55%
Aromatic shared
71%
48%
Woody shared
69%
52%
58%
55%
Patchouli shared
55%
52%
55%
51%
47%

Performance

Black XS (2018) Follow Your Instinct
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Black XS (2018)

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its sweet, playful nature and limited longevity make it less suitable for formal or office settings. It excels in casual and date scenarios where its charming, approachable scent can be appreciated up close, especially for younger wearers.

Follow Your Instinct

Seasons

Best For:
Spring

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and light profile, coupled with reports of average projection and longevity, make it ideal for casual wear or the gym. While suitable for office, its lack of gravitas limits its use for formal events or a date night where you want to make a lasting impression.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, warm spicy, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black XS (2018) EDP
Follow Your Instinct EDP
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