Black
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1999 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Cocktail Maracuja
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Ferrari Black is a tricky one. Many love its fruity-sweet vanilla aroma, especially for the price, but the truly shocking performance often turns that love into frustration. It's a crowd-pleaser that just doesn't stick around.
This one's a divisive beast of a fragrance. For some, it's a vibrant, boozy fruit cocktail with incredible longevity; for others, it's a harsh, synthetic mess recalling urinal cakes or air freshener. Definitely try before you buy, as skin chemistry plays a huge role here.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 8% |
| Floral | 16% | 12% |
| Fruity | 18% | 23% |
| Green | 4% | 4% |
| Sweet | 31% | 27% |
| Warm | 22% | 22% |
| Woody | 8% | 9% |
| Earthy | 3% | 7% |
| Animalic | 8% | 7% |
| Fresh | 15% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its poor longevity and moderate sillage make it suitable for casual wear or situations where you don't need a scent to last, like a short gym session. It's too fleeting for formal events but its pleasant, inoffensive nature works for offices if reapplied.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its potent nature and often polarising dry-down make it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, its bold, fruity, and spicy accords lend themselves well to casual outings or a fun night out, especially given its exceptional longevity for many users.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, Woody accords and Amber, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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