DSQUARED² 2013 Edp

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Potion Royal Black

DSQUARED² Potion Royal Black is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. Potion Royal Black opens with Pimiento, Incense, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose, Leather, and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Guaiac Wood, and Musk. DSQUARED²'s Potion Royal Black carries an Acquired verdict, a smoky-led wear.

This discontinued gem is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but mostly love. It's a dark, captivating rose and leather combo, punching well above its weight for a designer scent. If you can still find it, grab it - it's niche quality and an absolute beast of performance.
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
Potion Royal Black Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8%
Floral 13%
Fruity 2%
Green 7%
Sweet 12%
Warm 23%
Woody 22%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 21%
Fresh 9%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its beastly projection and longevity, this is too assertive for most office environments. It shines for romantic dates and formal evening events, with some reviewers noting its versatility for dressing up or down on colder nights.

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About

Potion Royal Black opens with a smoky, peppery incense note, quickly joined by a rich, dark rose that feels both jammy and profoundly masculine. This evolves into a rugged yet refined leather and tobacco heart, underscored by warming cashmere and guaiac woods. The composition is deep, complex, and remarkably smooth, culminating in a musky, lingering finish that evokes mystery and sophistication.