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Black Gold

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Genny Black Gold is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2020. Black Gold opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Neroli, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Narcissus. Genny's Black Gold carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

If you're after a classic chypre that’s less shouty than its predecessors but still has that timeless appeal, Black Gold is a solid, affordable option. It's got that old-school vibe without feeling dated.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Feminine
  • Elegant
  • Cozy
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Black Gold Eau de Toilette bottle

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate performance and sophisticated floral-aldehyde profile make it suitable for office wear, but it truly shines in formal settings or for an elegant date night. It's a bit too refined for casual or sport activities.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Black Gold opens with a bright, clean burst of bergamot and aldehydes, giving it an immediate soapy freshness. This quickly gives way to a lush floral heart of rose, iris, and jasmine, creating a sophisticated and powdery bouquet. The dry down settles into an earthy base of patchouli and vetiver, rounded out by a creamy musk and a subtle hint of peach, adding a touch of modern softness to its classic structure.

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