Acquired

Olivier Durbano 2007 EDP

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Black Tourmaline

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Olivier Durbano Black Tourmaline is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007. Black Tourmaline opens with Caraway, Pepper, Cardamom, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Woody and Leather, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. Olivier Durbano's Black Tourmaline carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh spicy-led wear.

Olivier Durbano's Black Tourmaline is an absolute beast of a scent, a divisive masterpiece that some call pure art and others find challenging. Expect a dark, smoky, and utterly unique experience that definitely isn't for those who play it safe with their fragrance. You'll either adore its intensity or run a mile.
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
Black Tourmaline Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This powerful, smoky, and long-lasting scent is too assertive for the office but incredibly intriguing for a mysterious date night. Its strong, dark character makes it fitting for formal events, though its artful edge might be lost in mundane casual settings.

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About

Black Tourmaline opens with a potent blast of frankincense and sharp black pepper, spiced up with touches of caraway and cardamom. This quickly deepens into a rich heart of dry, smoky woods and well-worn leather, evoking ancient libraries or an open-air bonfire. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of earthy patchouli, damp oakmoss, and a subtle musk, underpinned by a warm, lingering amber. It's a journey from fiery spice to profound, sylvan depths.