Cuir Ottoman Eau de Parfum bottle Cuir Ottoman
Edp Concentration Parfum
U Gender U
2006 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££
Bvlgari Man In Black Parfum bottle Bvlgari Man In Black

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Cuir Ottoman
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Bvlgari Man In Black
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Cuir Ottoman
This one's a divisive shapeshifter. Some find it a buttery-smooth, sophisticated iris-leather masterpiece, while for others, the opening is an unforgivable journey into 'dirty butthole' territory. Definitely not a blind buy, but if it works with your skin, it's pure class.
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Our Verdict - Bvlgari Man In Black
A modern classic that’s divisive in performance but universally loved for its boozy, spicy, and mature masculine charm. If you can get it to stick, you’re in for a treat.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 18% 14%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 1% 0%
Sweet 35% 29%
Warm 24% 30%
Woody 9% 15%
Earthy 16% 16%
Animalic 14% 14%
Fresh 1% 0%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Cuir Ottoman EdP
Bvlgari Man In Black Parfum

Notes

Shared Notes
Leather 33% vs 43%
Only in Bvlgari Man In Black
Iris 30% Tuberose 26%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 31% vs 35%
Only in Cuir Ottoman
Incense 35% Vanilla 33%
Only in Bvlgari Man In Black
Guaiac Wood 33% Benzoin 32%

Accords

Cuir Ottoman Bvlgari Man In Black
100%
Amber
70%
55%
Warm Spicy
100%
Woody
76%
63%
Leather
73%
Rum
72%
Tobacco
67%
44%
Sweet
66%
61%
Powdery
54%
Vanilla
60%
56%
Iris
51%
47%
Animalic
56%
52%
Balsamic
50%
Smoky
Amber shared
100%
70%
Warm Spicy shared
55%
100%
76%
Leather shared
63%
73%
Rum
72%
67%
Sweet shared
44%
66%
61%
Vanilla shared
54%
60%
Iris shared
56%
51%
Animalic shared
47%
56%
52%
50%

Performance

Cuir Ottoman Bvlgari Man In Black
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Cuir Ottoman

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its rich, warm accords and slightly challenging opening for some, this isn't an everyday casual or office scent. It shines best in more intimate or formal settings, particularly evenings, where its subtle power can be appreciated.

Bvlgari Man In Black

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While quite strong in accords like rum and spice, the perceived moderate sillage and persistent reports of poor longevity make it acceptable for office wear. Its warm, dark, and sensual character makes it ideal for dates and formal evening events.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
91%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Leather, Amber accords and Iris, Leather notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Cuir Ottoman
Bvlgari Man In Black
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