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Unforgivable Eau de Parfum bottle Unforgivable 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 - Unforgivable EDP
Divisive and plagued by reformulations, Unforgivable is a faded classic. Its original magic is now a whisper, with current batches offering a fleeting, if pleasant, citrus-woody opening before vanishing entirely. Get a clone instead.
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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
Unforgivable EDP
Unforgivable Black EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Tangerine 17% vs 13%
Mandarin 16% vs 14%
Lemon 12% vs 13%
Grapefruit 12% vs 14%
Bergamot 11% vs 12%
Shared Notes
Clary Sage 32% vs 24%
Iris 29% vs 27%
Only in Unforgivable
Lavender 38%
Only in Unforgivable Black
Basil 26% Rosemary 23%
Shared Notes
Rum 25% vs 32%
Cashmere Wood 21% vs 17%
Sandalwood 19% vs 16%
Tonka Bean 17% vs 16%
Amber 16% vs 16%

Accords

Unforgivable Unforgivable Black
100%
Citrus
100%
65%
Aromatic
67%
58%
Woody
57%
55%
Fresh Spicy
55%
Rum
52%
42%
Sweet
47%
Fruity
45%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
65%
67%
Woody shared
58%
57%
Fresh Spicy shared
55%
55%
Rum
52%
Sweet shared
42%
47%
45%

Performance

Unforgivable Unforgivable Black
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Unforgivable

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

The fresh and clean accords make it suitable for casual wear and the gym, though its weak performance means frequent reapplication. It's too subtle and fleeting for formal events, and just passable for a casual date, given its intimate projection.

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
92%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, aromatic, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Unforgivable EDP
Unforgivable Black EDP
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