Pure Black
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Tentation Irrésistible
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly superb 'cheapie' that punches well above its weight, Pure Black is a vanilla-driven dream. Don't let the low price fool you, this is a smooth, versatile crowd-pleaser that gives far more expensive niche and designer fragrances a run for their money.
A divisive scent, Tentation Irrésistible is either a richer, brighter echo of its predecessor or a dishearteningly weak reformulation. It's a heavy, sophisticated floral amber that demands attention - if it lasts, that is.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 18% |
| Floral | 17% | 25% |
| Fruity | 5% | 5% |
| Green | 1% | 2% |
| Sweet | 37% | 37% |
| Warm | 15% | 16% |
| Woody | 17% | 9% |
| Earthy | 5% | 3% |
| Animalic | 1% | 2% |
| Fresh | 12% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally soft nature make it suitable for office wear if applied lightly, but it truly shines in romantic and casual settings. The sweet, warm profile is less ideal for sports but can work for cooler formal events where a more approachable sweetness is welcome.
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
Its heavy, sweet, and resinous nature, combined with potentially strong projection (if it performs), makes it less suitable for an office environment. However, this depth and richness lend itself well to date nights and formal events, though casual wear might be a bit much for some.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Citrus, Sweet accords and Sandalwood, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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