Black to Black Eau de Parfum bottle Black to Black
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2015 Year 2009
££ Price Tier ££
Rossy de Palma de Protection Eau de Toilette bottle Rossy de Palma de Protection

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black to Black Eau de Parfum
This one's a divisive powerhouse, absolutely not for the faint of heart. If you're a fan of bold rose-ouds with nuclear performance, Black to Black is a must-try - just be warned it can fill a room and some find it overbearing.
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Our Verdict - Rossy de Palma de Protection Eau de Toilette
This is a bold, divisive rose fragrance, with some finding its metallic edge fascinatingly 'bloody' or 'wicked', while others are put off by its intensity. Definitely not a blind buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 13%
Floral 27% 28%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 3% 6%
Sweet 19% 17%
Warm 31% 28%
Woody 9% 8%
Earthy 18% 15%
Animalic 10% 3%
Fresh 8% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black to Black EdP
Rossy de Palma de Protection EdT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 29% vs 30%
Only in Black to Black Eau de Parfum
Saffron 38% Clove 32%
Only in Rossy de Palma de Protection Eau de Toilette
Ginger 35% Pepper 34%
Shared Notes
Rose 37% vs 42%
Jasmine 18% vs 21%
Only in Black to Black Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 24% Amber 21%
Only in Rossy de Palma de Protection Eau de Toilette
Geranium 36%
Only in Rossy de Palma de Protection Eau de Toilette
Patchouli 30% Incense 25% Benzoin 23% Cacao Pod 22%

Accords

Black to Black Eau de Parfum Rossy de Palma de Protection Eau de Toilette
100%
Warm Spicy
66%
98%
Rose
80%
85%
Oud
78%
Leather
62%
Woody
57%
Patchouli
48%
Aromatic
57%
55%
Floral
54%
Animalic
51%
Powdery
50%
Citrus
50%
Amber
49%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
66%
Rose shared
98%
80%
Oud
85%
78%
62%
Patchouli shared
57%
48%
57%
55%
54%
51%
Citrus shared
50%
50%
49%

Performance

Black to Black Eau de Parfum Rossy de Palma de Protection Eau de Toilette
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Black to Black Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its beast-mode projection and incredible longevity make this far too potent for office wear or casual daytime use. It absolutely shines in formal evening settings or on a date night where its luxurious and bold character can make a statement.

Rossy de Palma de Protection Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its potent projection and unique, sometimes challenging character make it less suitable for office wear. However, its sophisticated and sensual profile, often described as 'dark' or 'romantic', makes it perfect for dates and evening events. Casual wear is possible if applied lightly, and it's too intense for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
90%
Accord
49%
Key Similarities

Both share Rose, Warm Spicy, Citrus accords and Rose, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black to Black Eau de Parfum
Rossy de Palma de Protection Eau de Toilette
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