Bvlgari 1998 EDP

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Black

by Annick Menardo

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Bvlgari Black is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1998, created by Annick Menardo. Black opens with Bergamot, Rose, and Tea, settles into a heart of Cedar, Sandalwood, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Oakmoss. Bvlgari's Black carries a Statement verdict, a leather-led wear.

This isn't for everyone, but if you're after something truly different, Black redefines 'unique'. It's a cult classic, deeply divisive with its infamous rubber note, but universally praised for its daring originality. Discontinued and now fetching ridiculous prices, it's a piece of fragrance history.
  • Bold
  • Modern
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Luxurious
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Black Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Leather
100%
Vanilla
86%
Powdery
73%
Animalic
73%
Woody
66%
Amber
52%

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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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its bold and unique profile, with a reputation for strength (at least in vintage formulations), makes it a bit much for the office. It truly shines for dates and casual outings, exuding a mysterious and confident aura. It's too specific for most formal events and certainly not for sport.

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About

Black opens with smoky tea and a hint of fresh rose before diving headfirst into an audacious, almost industrial rubber accord. This unusual, edgy heart is softened by creamy vanilla and warm amber, balanced by earthy oakmoss and rich leather in the base. It settles into a surprisingly comforting, smoky-sweet skin scent that lingers for hours.

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