Brocard 2019 EDT

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Dark Delight

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Brocard Dark Delight is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2019. Dark Delight settles into a heart of Sorbet, Musk, Amber, and Lemon. Brocard's Dark Delight carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a proper grower, isn't it? Initially a bit divisive, but give it time and it morphs from straight-up tea shop into something far more intricate and charming. A true niche experience without the niche price tag, if you can even find it.
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  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Soft
  • Elegant
  • Mysterious
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Dark Delight Eau de Toilette 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 Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate projection and unique, non-overpowering tea character make it suitable for casual wear or even a discerning office setting. While generally too relaxed for formal events, its subtle complexity can work for an intimate date. It's definitely not a gym scent.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Dark Delight opens with a zesty, almost bitter citrus alongside a surprisingly prominent black tea accord - think a strong, slightly smoky brew. As it settles, a floral heart of jasmine and osmanthus emerges, softened by a cool, powdery sorbet note. The drydown brings a creamy sandalwood and musk, lending a refined depth that lingers. It's a complex dance of fresh, floral, and woody, balancing richness with an unexpected lightness.

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Complement

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Where to buy

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