Black Eau de Toilette vs 123 Fahrenheit Aftershave
Black EDT
| EDT | Concentration | |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2003 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
123 Fahrenheit Aftershave
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a bit of an identity crisis - called "Black" but smells vibrantly green, fresh, and citrusy. If you're looking for an affordable, inoffensive freshie, this is a solid bet, but don't expect it to last for ages. The community loves its clean, uplifting scent but bemoans its often-lacklustre performance.
A dense, leather-forward take on Fahrenheit's famously unusual violet-and-petrol signature, warm and bold if a touch less waxy-distinctive than the icon.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it ideal for office, casual, and even sport wear. While some reviewers suggest it for date nights, its generally moderate projection and longevity mean it's less suited for formal settings where a stronger presence might be desired.
Seasons
A warm, dense leather fougere suited to cooler months where its boldness feels appropriate.
Occasions
A distinctive statement scent for evenings and smart occasions rather than daytime casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean aromatic, woody
Adds bergamot and carnation, drops basil and ginger
Where to buy
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