Afnan 2022 EDP

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Inara Black

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Afnan Inara Black is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Inara Black opens with Woody Notes, Green Notes, and Herbal, settles into a heart of Spicy Notes and Amber, and dries down to a base of Musk and Leather. Afnan's Inara Black carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a divisive leather scent. Don't expect a Tuscan Leather clone - this is its own beast. Some will find it a compelling, interesting wear; others will be scrubbing it off immediately. Definitely sample before you buy.
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  • Confident
  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
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Inara Black Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Herbal35%
Woody Notes35%
Green Notes29%
Heartas listed
Spicy Notes56%
Amber44%
Baseas listed
Leather67%
Musk33%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Built on leather, woody and animalic - a composition that sits best in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong leather and animalic accords, Inara Black is a bit too bold for a typical office environment. It shines brighter on dates or formal events, where its unique character can truly be appreciated. While some reviewers found its projection weaker, the scent profile itself is geared towards evening wear.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Inara Black opens with a deep, earthy hit of herbal and woody notes, giving it an immediate grounded feel. As it settles, a prominent, nuanced leather emerges, entwined with a subtle spiciness and a rich amber warmth. The dry down introduces a musky depth, creating an experience that's both raw and refined, with hints of an animalic edge that softens over time.

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