Mercedes Benz Club Black Eau de Toilette bottle Mercedes Benz Club Black
Edt Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2017 Year 1921
££ Price Tier £
Emeraude Eau de Parfum bottle Emeraude

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mercedes Benz Club Black Eau de Toilette
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.
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Our Verdict - Emeraude Eau de Parfum
A legendary scent, Emeraude is a classic for a reason - often compared to Shalimar but with its own distinct charm. Sadly, modern formulations struggle to capture the magic of the originals, leading to a love-hate divide.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28% 28%
Floral 17% 24%
Fruity 4% 4%
Green 4% 3%
Sweet 20% 26%
Warm 16% 8%
Woody 11% 15%
Earthy 9% 7%
Animalic 6% 4%
Fresh 18% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mercedes Benz Club Black EdT
Emeraude EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 100% vs 41%
Only in Emeraude Eau de Parfum
Lemon 34% Orange 24%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 41% vs 23%
Only in Mercedes Benz Club Black Eau de Toilette
Incense 58%
Only in Emeraude Eau de Parfum
Rosewood 30% Ylang-Ylang 26% Rose 21%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 33% vs 18%
Benzoin 25% vs 18%
Only in Mercedes Benz Club Black Eau de Toilette
Woody 21% Ambroxan 20%

Accords

Mercedes Benz Club Black Eau de Toilette Emeraude Eau de Parfum
100%
Amber
100%
93%
Vanilla
64%
52%
Woody
82%
Citrus
81%
57%
Balsamic
70%
Sweet
61%
56%
Warm Spicy
58%
47%
Powdery
52%
51%
Smoky
Aromatic
44%
Amber shared
100%
100%
Vanilla shared
93%
64%
Woody shared
52%
82%
81%
Balsamic shared
57%
70%
61%
Warm Spicy shared
56%
58%
Powdery shared
47%
52%
51%
44%

Performance

Mercedes Benz Club Black Eau de Toilette Emeraude Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Mercedes Benz Club Black Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

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.

Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its rich, resinous amber and powdery accords lean towards more intimate or formal settings. While modern versions might be lighter, vintage bottles have a significant presence, making them less suitable for casual or office wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
85%
Accord
79%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Woody, Balsamic accords and Jasmine, Benzoin notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mercedes Benz Club Black Eau de Toilette
Emeraude Eau de Parfum
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