Franck Olivier 2009 Edp

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Black Touch

Franck Olivier Black Touch is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009. Black Touch opens with Spicy, Cardamom, Bergamot, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Magnolia, Orange Blossom, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, Musk, and Cedar. Franck Olivier's Black Touch carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Black Touch is a budget-friendly head-scratcher that splits opinion right down the middle. Many are calling it a darker, smokier blend of Terre d'Hermes and Encre Noire, while others find it cheap, synthetic, or just plain offensive. Blind buy at your own risk, but for those who love it, it's a solid cheapie with impressive longevity given the price.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Confident
Black Touch Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 18%
Floral 28%
Fruity 2%
Green 7%
Sweet 16%
Warm 16%
Woody 17%
Earthy 12%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 16%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
99%
Warm Spicy
85%
Citrus
83%
Earthy
65%

Notes

Top Notes

Spicy 28% Grapefruit 25% Cardamom 24% Bergamot 23%

Heart Notes

Geranium 28% Orange Blossom 25% Jasmine 24% Magnolia 23%

Base Notes

Vetiver 29% Cedar 21% Patchouli 19% Musk 16% Vanilla 15%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate projection and generally refined, earthy character make it suitable for office and formal wear, though some find it too 'over 30'. The divisive nature means it's not a universal crowd-pleaser for all casual settings, and the rich, dark notes aren't suited for sport.

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About

Opening with a sharp, spicy kick of cardamom and grapefruit, Black Touch quickly settles into a rich, earthy heart. Vetiver and patchouli dominate, giving it a dark, woody character. Hints of white florals like orange blossom and jasmine add a subtle elegance, while cedar and a whisper of vanilla provide a smooth, slightly sweet finish. It's a complex, almost tar-like scent, with a distinctly masculine profile.

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