Avon 1980 EDT
Black Suede
Avon Black Suede is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1980. Black Suede opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Carnation, and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Leather, Vetiver, Rose, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Suede, Anise, Woody Notes, and Musk. Avon's Black Suede carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.
Avon's Black Suede is a divisive one - some find it a dated, overpowering musk, while others laud it as an affordable, comforting classic. It defies expectations by presenting as a surprisingly soft, powdery oriental that's garnered a loyal following, proving that 'old school' doesn't always mean 'stuffy'.What our verdicts mean →
- Classic
- Warm
- Cozy
- Clean
- Masculine
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Best Occasions
Its comforting, powdery nature makes it excellent for casual wear or relaxing evenings. While not a powerhouse, its longevity and distinct character could be a bit much for formal settings, and it lacks the dynamism for sport.
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.
In standard patch-test panels
- Eugenol
- Geraniol
- Oakmoss
Other declarable allergens
- Bergamot
- Clove
- Lavender
- Rose geranium
- Synthetic musk
- Ylang-ylang
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
Ethics and formulation
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Cruelty-free
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