Brocard 2019 Edp

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Black Swan

by Aliénor Massenet

Brocard Black Swan is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Aliénor Massenet. The fragrance opens with Almond, Hazelnut, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Sandalwood, and Patchouli.

Our verdict on Black Swan: Statement

Black Swan is a deeply divisive scent, adored by some for its unique gothic romance, yet dismissed by others as a soapy, unsettling oddity. Not a safe blind buy, as it requires a specific wearer to truly appreciate its dark, floral charm.
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  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Clean
  • Powdery
Black Swan Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9%
Floral 27%
Fruity 2%
Green 4%
Sweet 29%
Warm 5%
Woody 23%
Earthy 20%
Animalic 2%
Fresh 7%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Rose
75%
Patchouli
69%
Nutty
61%
Floral
60%

Notes

Top Notes

Hazelnut 39% Almond 34% Bergamot 28%

Heart Notes

Rose 46% Orchid 27% Violet 27%

Base Notes

Patchouli 41% Sandalwood 30% Vetiver 28%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

The moderate sillage and longevity make it versatile, but its distinctive character, sometimes described as gothic or metallic, probably isn't ideal for a professional office setting. It shines on dates or for formal events where its unique romantic darkness can be appreciated.

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About

Black Swan opens with a surprising blend of nutty hazelnut and almond, tempered by a fleeting citrusy bergamot. This gives way to a prominent, sometimes sweet, rose heart, alongside soft violet and orchid. The base grounds the composition in earthy patchouli and vetiver, balanced by smooth sandalwood, creating a woody, slightly powdery finish that can lean either comforting or cold depending on your nose.

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