Bvlgari 2017 EDP

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Bvlgari Man In Black Essence

by Alberto Morillas

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Bvlgari Bvlgari Man In Black Essence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Alberto Morillas. Bvlgari Man In Black Essence opens with Spicy Notes and Rum, settles into a heart of Floral Notes and Musk, and dries down to a base of Resins, Amber, and Guaiac Wood. Bvlgari's Bvlgari Man In Black Essence carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive take on the original, Bvlgari Man In Black Essence is a boozy, spicy beast. You'll either love its intense, darker character or find it too mature and cloying. Collectors adore it, but for most, the original might be a safer bet.
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  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Masculine
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Bvlgari Man In Black Essence Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Spicy Notes52%
Rum48%
Heartas listed
Floral Notes57%
Musk43%
Baseas listed
Amber37%
Guaiac Wood32%
Resins31%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and longevity, Bvlgari Man In Black Essence is best suited for evening wear, dates, and formal events in colder weather. It's too potent for casual daily wear or office environments, and entirely out of place for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Bvlgari Man In Black Essence opens with a rich, boozy wave of rum and sharp spices, lending it an immediate sense of warmth and depth. This transitions into a more nuanced heart where subtle floral notes intertwine with clean musk, expertly woven into a dark, creamy cocoa-like accord. The dry-down reveals a powerful base of sweet resin, smoky guaiac wood, and rich amber, leaving a long-lasting, alluring trail that's both complex and overtly masculine.

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