Haute Fragrance Company 2017 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Shade of Chocolate

by Vincent Ricord

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Haute Fragrance Company Shade of Chocolate is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Vincent Ricord. Shade of Chocolate opens with Chocolate, Bergamot, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Black Tea, Jasmine, and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Tonka Bean. Haute Fragrance Company's Shade of Chocolate carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A love-it-or-hate-it scent for the bold, Shade of Chocolate is a divisive dark gourmand where patchouli reigns supreme. It's a statement, not a crowd-pleaser.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Gourmand
  • Masculine
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Shade of Chocolate Eau de Parfum 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

With its long-lasting performance and strong sillage, this fragrance is too dominant for office wear. It truly shines in evening settings, making it perfect for dates and formal events, though some might find it suitable for casual wear on colder nights.

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
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Opening with a bold trio of bitter dark chocolate, zesty bergamot, and a spark of pink pepper, Shade of Chocolate quickly deepens. The heart introduces a rich, aromatic blend of black tea and strong coffee, with just a hint of delicate jasmine to soften the edges. The journey concludes with a robust base of earthy patchouli, creamy sandalwood, and a sweet, enveloping tonka bean, creating a deep, resonant finish.

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