Is French Avenue Spectre Wraith a dupe of Kilian Black Phantom?
Black Phantom EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2017 | Year | 2024 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Spectre Wraith EDP
Black Phantom and Spectre Wraith are similar gourmand experiences, but diverge in price and risk. Black Phantom offers a smoother, albeit pricier, journey from boozy bitterness to sweet warmth. Spectre Wraith, a more affordable alternative, carries a higher risk of off-putting notes like 'Play-Doh' or 'vomit' for some. While both feature coffee, rum, and sweetness, Wraith's quality control seems less consistent. If you crave that dark gourmand profile but are budget-conscious and willing to gamble on maceration, Wraith might work. Otherwise, Black Phantom offers a safer, more refined experience.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a smoother, more refined gourmand experience.
- You're willing to invest in higher quality ingredients.
- You want a safer blind buy with less risk of off-notes.
- You want a boozy scent that is more balanced.
- You're on a budget and looking for an affordable alternative.
- You enjoy experimenting with maceration to improve fragrances.
- You don't mind the risk of potentially divisive notes.
- You want a stronger coffee note.
Black Phantom is the Marmite of gourmands: a divisive, love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a journey from boozy, bitter darkness to sweet, seductive warmth. It's not a safe blind buy, so sample it before you commit.
This one's a divisive brew; a love-it-or-hate-it gourmand rollercoaster. Expect dark chocolate, coffee, and booze, but beware of the 'Play-Doh' or 'vomit' notes some unlucky souls detect. Macere it if you dare, because the payoff can be stunning, if you get a good batch.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This is a potent, dark gourmand best suited for intimate evening settings. Its intensity and sweet profile make it unsuitable for office wear, while its luxurious character elevates it for formal events and dates, though some users report poor longevity for the price.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Spectre Wraith's strong, gourmand character makes it excellent for date nights and formal evening events, where its luxurious warmth can shine without being overpowering. It's too dark and intense for office wear, or for anything active, though some found it suitable for casual winter wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 5 of its 11 notes, including Sugar Cane, Vetiver, Sandalwood
Adds almond and caramel, drops patchouli and spicy notes
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Spectre Wraith EDP
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International (2)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work