Avon 2020 EDT

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Black Suede Dark

by Pascal Gaurin , Yves Cassar

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Avon Black Suede Dark is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2020, created by Pascal Gaurin and Yves Cassar. Black Suede Dark opens with Fruity Notes, and dries down to a base of Leather and Vetiver. Avon's Black Suede Dark carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This is a cheap'n'cheerful leather bomb for those on a budget. It punches above its weight in scent profile for the price, but let's be honest, you'll be drowning in it as it barely lasts a whiff. Expect a love-it-or-hate-it goth vibe that demands frequent reapplication.
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Black Suede Dark Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fruity Notes100%
Baseas listed
Leather50%
Vetiver50%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its strong leather and animalic accords lean more towards evening or casual wear. The infamously poor longevity and projection mean it's unlikely to offend in an office setting, but also won't make much of an impact.

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About

Black Suede Dark throws you straight into a bold, dark leather dream, backed by an earthy, woody vetiver. A faint, juicy fruitiness attempts to soften the edges, but this is overwhelmingly a smoky, animalic leather affair. It conjures images of worn-in motorcycle jackets and dimly lit bars, rather than sun-drenched orchards. Don't expect any sweet notes to make an appearance here.

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