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| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Mercedes Benz Club Black
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A plush, contemporary iris that balances boozy warmth and powdery elegance with a nutty gourmand twist. Seductive, sophisticated, and mature-perfect for fall evenings, upscale dates, or when you want to feel quietly magnetic.
A truly impressive vanilla 'cheapie' from an unexpected brand. Club Black delivers a rich, smoky vanilla experience that punches well above its price point, though be warned: some noses are completely blind to its charms.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 28% |
| Floral | 16% | 17% |
| Fruity | 5% | 4% |
| Green | 4% | 4% |
| Sweet | 23% | 20% |
| Warm | 13% | 16% |
| Woody | 16% | 11% |
| Earthy | 13% | 9% |
| Animalic | 2% | 6% |
| Fresh | 14% | 18% |
Mood
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The warm, powdery iris, whiskey, and rich amber make this ideal for cold weather - fall and winter are its prime seasons. It can work on cool spring nights, but feels far too dense and heavy for summer heat.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and enveloping, seductive character make it perfect for date nights and formal occasions. It's a bit too rich and intimate for sport or most offices but can work in business settings with restraint.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Club Black leans towards cooler weather, date nights, and formal events due to its warm, rich, and often described 'seductive' vanilla profile. While some find it versatile enough for daily wear, its depth and sweetness might be too much for high heat or overly casual settings. Performance reports are mixed, but generally, it's considered too strong for the office.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Woody, Amber accords and Bergamot, Woody notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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