Banana Republic 2017 EDP

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06 Black Platinum

by Gino Percontino

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Banana Republic 06 Black Platinum is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Gino Percontino. 06 Black Platinum opens with Cactus, Lemon, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Oakmoss, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, and Patchouli. Banana Republic's 06 Black Platinum carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a proper head-scratcher. A love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent, Banana Republic's 06 Black Platinum is a divisive beast that some hail as niche and unique, while others find it simply baffling or just plain bad. Approach with caution, and definitely don't blind buy unless you like a gamble.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Mysterious
  • Unique
  • Modern
  • Clean
  • Edgy
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06 Black Platinum Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its generally weak projection and short longevity make it suitable for office wear where it won't offend. The unique, almost elusive character makes it an intriguing choice for a date, but not for formal events where something more traditionally elegant might be preferred. It's too subdued for active sports.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

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

Opens with a peculiar, almost inky freshness, blending zesty lemon and sharp pink pepper with the aquatic greenness of cactus. This unconventional start leads into a heart dominated by lush white florals - jasmine and orange blossom, given depth by earthy oakmoss. The drydown settles into a soft, slightly musky leather accord, backed by warm amber and a touch of patchouli that can lean medicinal or even a bit metallic for some noses.

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