Story of Black Eau de Toilette bottle Story of Black
Edt Concentration Extrait
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2020 Year 2020
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Cubia Extrait bottle Cubia

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Our Verdict - Story of Black Eau de Toilette
Surprisingly decent for the price point, this budget-friendly fruity number delivers a gentle, inoffensive sweetness. Don't expect miracles in performance, but it's a solid win for a casual, everyday spritz.
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Our Verdict - Cubia Extrait
This one's a delicate dance of fresh fruit and understated wood. It's not a powerhouse, but fans love its serene, almost meditative quality, perfect for those moments of quiet reflection rather than bold statements. It's a subtle charmer, if you're into that sort of thing.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 29%
Floral 6% 3%
Fruity 34% 30%
Green 6% 6%
Sweet 27% 16%
Warm 1% 0%
Woody 26% 28%
Earthy 0% 8%
Animalic 0% 0%
Fresh 17% 19%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Story of Black EdT
Cubia Extrait

Notes

Only in Story of Black Eau de Toilette
Lavender 44% Pineapple 28% Tangerine 28%
Only in Cubia Extrait
Citrus 100%
Only in Story of Black Eau de Toilette
Red Fruits 47% Dried Fruits 29% Apple 24%
Only in Cubia Extrait
Peach 56% Blackcurrant 44%
Only in Story of Black Eau de Toilette
Sandalwood 100%
Only in Cubia Extrait
Woody 100%

Accords

Story of Black Eau de Toilette Cubia Extrait
100%
Fruity
89%
63%
Woody
100%
66%
Sweet
42%
64%
Lavender
47%
Citrus
56%
51%
Fresh
43%
46%
Aromatic
46%
Powdery
Fruity shared
100%
89%
Woody shared
63%
100%
Sweet shared
66%
42%
64%
Citrus shared
47%
56%
Fresh shared
51%
43%
46%
46%

Performance

Story of Black Eau de Toilette Cubia Extrait
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Strong
Light
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Story of Black Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Given its poor longevity and non-existent sillage, this fragrance is ideal for office wear where it won't overpower. Its fruity, sweet, and fresh accords make it perfect for casual outings, though its lack of projection limits its suitability for dates or formal events.

Cubia Extrait

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its lighter projection and generally fresh, clean profile make it excellent for office and casual wear, as it won't overwhelm. While some find it suitable for evenings, its understated nature means it's less suited for formal events where a bolder statement might be preferred.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
80%
Olfactory
91%
Notes
77%
Accord
82%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Fruity, Citrus accords

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Story of Black Eau de Toilette
Cubia Extrait
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