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Despicable For Men Eau de Parfum bottle Despicable For Men EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2006 Year 2008
£ Price Tier ££
Unforgivable Black Eau de Parfum bottle Unforgivable Black EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Despicable For Men EDP
Despicable copies Sean John's Unforgivable - that sparkling citrus opening melting into lavender, iris and a smooth cashmere-wood base. The dupe captures the fresh-fougere-to-creamy-wood arc but reads flatter, with shorter longevity than the FiFi-winning original.
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Our Verdict - Unforgivable Black EDP
Unforgivable Black is a boozy, citrus-heavy fragrance that swings between a freshie and a heavy night scent. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans praising its potency and boozy uniqueness, while others find it too intense or uninspired. Definitely one to try before you buy.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Despicable For Men EDP
Unforgivable Black EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 14% vs 12%
Mandarin 14% vs 14%
Lemon 13% vs 13%
Grapefruit 12% vs 14%
Tangerine 12% vs 13%
Only in Despicable For Men
Birch 12% Juniper 11% Basil 10%
Shared Notes
Iris 34% vs 27%
Clary Sage 28% vs 24%
Only in Despicable For Men
Lavender 37%
Only in Unforgivable Black
Basil 26% Rosemary 23%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 27% vs 16%
Sandalwood 25% vs 16%
Cashmere Wood 23% vs 17%
Amber 23% vs 16%
Only in Unforgivable Black
Rum 32%

Accords

Despicable For Men Unforgivable Black
80%
Citrus
100%
70%
Aromatic
67%
60%
Woody
57%
60%
Fresh
Rum
52%
Sweet
47%
45%
Powdery
Fruity
45%
Citrus shared
80%
100%
Aromatic shared
70%
67%
Woody shared
60%
57%
60%
Rum
52%
47%
45%
45%

Performance

Despicable For Men Unforgivable Black
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Strong
Light
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Despicable For Men

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The sparkling citrus and clean woods favour spring and summer, with enough warmth for mild autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal Sport

Fresh and versatile, it slots easily into office, casual and daily wear.

Unforgivable Black

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its strong projection and longevity, combined with a heavy, boozy rum note, make it less suitable for office wear. However, its intensity and unique character are perfect for evening dates or more casual, confident statements, though too heavy for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, aromatic, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Despicable For Men EDP
Unforgivable Black EDP
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