Pure Black
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2001 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ambre
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.
This is a rich, warm, and comforting amber that has achieved cult status. It's garnered a passionate following who cherish its natural depth, making it the benchmark for amber scents, despite its baffling discontinuation.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 13% |
| Floral | 17% | 16% |
| Fruity | 5% | 2% |
| Green | 1% | 3% |
| Sweet | 37% | 34% |
| Warm | 15% | 18% |
| Woody | 17% | 12% |
| Earthy | 5% | 11% |
| Animalic | 1% | 5% |
| Fresh | 12% | 13% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent performance and deep amber-vanilla profile make it too heavy for the office or sport. It's perfectly suited for cooler evenings, special occasions, and romantic encounters where its warm and alluring character can truly shine.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Sweet, Woody accords and Cedar, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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