Fragrance World 2018 Edp

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Ebony Fume

Fragrance World Ebony Fume is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. The fragrance opens with Palo Santo, Incense, Violet Leaf, and Pepper, settles into a heart of Cade, Rose, Labdanum, and Leather, and dries down to a base of Ebony, Guaiac Wood, and Resin.

Our verdict on Ebony Fume: Acquired

A love-it-or-hate-it scent that punches well above its weight class. Ebony Fume delivers huge smoky, woody vibes at a bargain price, although some get a repellent-like quality. Definitely not a safe blind buy, as it polarises opinions sharply, but a solid performer for those who get it.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Edgy
Ebony Fume Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2%
Floral 5%
Fruity 0%
Green 6%
Sweet 7%
Warm 26%
Woody 36%
Earthy 21%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 6%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Amber
74%
Smoky
53%
Balsamic
50%
Warm Spicy
48%

Notes

Top Notes

Incense 32% Palo Santo 30% Pepper 21% Violet Leaf 17%

Heart Notes

Leather 23% Labdanum 21% Papyrus 20% Cade 19% Rose 17%

Base Notes

Ebony 35% Resin 34% Guaiac Wood 31%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold, long-lasting smoky and woody profile makes it less suitable for casual office wear but perfect for cooler weather occasions like dates and formal events. Reviewers often mention its beast-mode performance, suggesting it's best for situations where a strong scent is appropriate.

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About

Ebony Fume opens with a sharp, peppery blast underpinned by aromatic violet leaf and the almost spiritual smokiness of Palo Santo and incense. As it settles, a rich, dry woody core emerges, blending ebony, guaiac wood, and papyrus with the warm, resinous depth of labdanum. A subtle, almost bitter leather accord and a ghost of rose peek through, adding complexity to the rugged, smoky character. The drydown deepens into a long-lasting woody amber, retaining a dry and unsweetened profile.

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