Ormonde Jayne 2014 Edp

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Black Gold

by Geza Schoen

Ormonde Jayne Black Gold is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Geza Schoen. Black Gold opens with Juniper, Clary Sage, Bergamot, and Lemon, and settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Orchid, and Water Lily. Ormonde Jayne's Black Gold carries an Acquired verdict, a aromatic-led wear.

Black Gold is a divisive one. Some hail it as a masterpiece of complex layering and luxury, while others find it confused, bitter, or too linear. It needs time to appreciate and may not work for everyone's skin chemistry.
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Elegant
  • Masculine
  • Confident
Black Gold Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 25%
Floral 42%
Fruity 5%
Green 16%
Sweet 15%
Warm 6%
Woody 6%
Earthy 0%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 27%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its balanced projection and complex profile make it suitable for a variety of settings, with many reviewers noting its elegance for formal occasions. While not overtly casual, its versatility means it can be appreciated in relaxed settings, though its richness might be too much for high heat or active wear.

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About

Black Gold opens with a bright, bracing burst of juniper and citrus - lemon, bergamot, and mandarin - underpinned by aromatic clary sage. This vibrant start smoothly transitions into a nuanced floral heart, where delicate rose, jasmine, orchid, and water lily mingle. The base deepens with earthy woodiness from oud and a touch of powdery richness, creating an evolving, multilayered experience that's both fresh and profound.