Pure Black
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Harmony Code Intense
ScentArt
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 tribute that sparks quite the argument: is it Armani Code Ultimate, or a ghost of its former self? Either way, expect a budget-friendly blast of tonka and vanilla, though longevity might be a coin toss.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 15% |
| Floral | 17% | 6% |
| Fruity | 5% | 3% |
| Green | 1% | 5% |
| Sweet | 37% | 32% |
| Warm | 15% | 17% |
| Woody | 17% | 24% |
| Earthy | 5% | 6% |
| Animalic | 1% | 0% |
| Fresh | 12% | 13% |
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Base Notes
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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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This scent leans towards intimate settings due to its sweet, powdery accords, making it a stellar choice for dates. While some found it short-lived, others reported decent longevity, so it could stretch to casual outings but isn't built for the office or gym.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Citrus, Powdery accords and Cedar, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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