Kilian 2017 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Black Phantom

by Sidonie Lancesseur

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Kilian Black Phantom is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Sidonie Lancesseur. Black Phantom opens with Rum, settles into a heart of Dark Chocolate, Heliotrope, Coffee, and Almond, and dries down to a base of Sugar Cane, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Vanilla. Kilian's Black Phantom carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Black Phantom is the Marmite of gourmands: a divisive, love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a journey from boozy, bitter darkness to sweet, seductive warmth. It's not a safe blind buy, so sample it before you commit.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Edgy
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Black Phantom 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

This is a potent, dark gourmand best suited for intimate evening settings. Its intensity and sweet profile make it unsuitable for office wear, while its luxurious character elevates it for formal events and dates, though some users report poor longevity for the price.

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

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 Phantom opens with a bold, boozy hit of rum, quickly joined by rich, dark chocolate and roasted coffee. As it settles, creamy caramel and sweet sugar cane emerge, intertwined with a nutty almond whisper and a touch of powdery heliotrope. The base deepens with smooth sandalwood, vanilla, and tonka, grounded by a subtle vetiver earthiness.

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