Mercedes Benz Club Black
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2005 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Gaiac
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
M.Micallef's Gaiac is a beautiful, warm woody fragrance, often hailed as a comforting and sophisticated scent. While some find its performance too subtle for the price, many adore its delicate balance and unique character, making it a love-it-or-wish-it-was-stronger kind of scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 28% |
| Floral | 17% | 16% |
| Fruity | 4% | 3% |
| Green | 4% | 5% |
| Sweet | 20% | 18% |
| Warm | 16% | 25% |
| Woody | 11% | 15% |
| Earthy | 9% | 9% |
| Animalic | 6% | 3% |
| Fresh | 18% | 13% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its subtle sillage and comforting woody-vanilla accords make it highly suitable for casual wear and intimate dates, as well as an unobtrusive office scent. The delicate nature and lack of strong projection might make it less impactful for formal events or vigorous sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Vanilla accords and Jasmine, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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