Fragrance World 2018 EDP

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Ebony Fume

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Fragrance World Ebony Fume is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Ebony Fume opens with Palo Santo, Violet Leaf, Pepper, and Incense, settles into a heart of Papyrus, Cade, Leather, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Ebony, Resins, and Guaiac Wood. Fragrance World's Ebony Fume carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

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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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Edgy
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Ebony Fume Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Ébène Fumé by Tom Ford
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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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

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 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.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

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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