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Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum bottle Black XS (2018) EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2018 Year 2000
££ Price Tier ££
Vetiver Eau de Parfum bottle Vetiver 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 - Vetiver EDP
Floris Vetiver is a proper grown-up scent; it's a classy, understated British take on vetiver that's surprisingly sexy and complex. Not a raw, dirty vetiver, but a smooth operator with a timeless appeal, though some find its spicy start a bit much.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black XS (2018) EDP
Vetiver EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 29% vs 31%

Accords

Black XS (2018) Vetiver
100%
Citrus
60%
71%
Aromatic
100%
90%
Warm Spicy
92%
85%
Sweet
69%
Woody
80%
73%
Amber
64%
58%
Balsamic
55%
Fresh
55%
Patchouli
51%
Cinnamon
Earthy
49%
Lavender
46%
Citrus shared
100%
60%
Aromatic shared
71%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
90%
92%
85%
Woody shared
69%
80%
Amber shared
73%
64%
58%
55%
55%
51%
49%
46%

Performance

Black XS (2018) Vetiver
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

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.

Vetiver

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and superb longevity make it suitable for office and formal wear, providing a classy backdrop without overpowering. The understated elegance and 'polite' vetiver also make it a good, mature choice for dates, but not for casual or sport settings where something more robust or fresh might be preferred.

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
Vetiver EDP
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