BORNTOSTANDOUT 2025 Edp

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Black Mango

by Violaine Collas

BORNTOSTANDOUT Black Mango is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025, created by Violaine Collas. Black Mango opens with Mango and Orange, settles into a heart of Tolu Balsam and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Oud, Leather, Sandalwood, and Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha. BORNTOSTANDOUT's Black Mango carries an Acquired verdict, a tropical-led wear.

Born to Stand Out's Black Mango is a divisive, take-no-prisoners fragrance. Expect nuclear performance and a love-it-or-hate-it reception; some smell rotting fruit and petrol, others a juicy, dark, leathery masterpiece. This one truly lives up to its name.
  • Bold
  • Bright
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Fresh
Black Mango Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10%
Floral 1%
Fruity 21%
Green 2%
Sweet 33%
Warm 15%
Woody 20%
Earthy 11%
Animalic 12%
Fresh 7%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its nuclear performance and intense, animalic accords make it unsuitable for office wear, where it might offend. It shines on a date or for an evening out, as it's designed to be noticed, but its controversial nature means it's not a safe bet for every formal event.

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About

Black Mango opens with a thick, juicy mango and a bright hint of orange. This sugary tropical explosion quickly gives way to a complex heart of warm, resinous tolu balsam and creamy vanilla. The base plunges into darkness with potent oud, rich leather, earthy cypriol, and smooth sandalwood, creating a deep, animalic dry down that's both intriguing and challenging. It's a gourmand experience with a heavy, smoky twist.