Perry Ellis 2015 Edp

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Black Vanilla Absolute

Perry Ellis Black Vanilla Absolute is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. Black Vanilla Absolute opens with Rum and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of White Tobacco and Ambergris. Perry Ellis's Black Vanilla Absolute carries a Favourite verdict, a vanilla-led wear.

This is a gorgeous, boozy vanilla that’s earned a dedicated following, despite its confusing reformulations. If you can find the good stuff, it's a classy scent that punches above its weight in luxury and indulgence.
  • Bold
  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Sweet
  • Woody
Black Vanilla Absolute Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 1%
Fruity 2%
Green 0%
Sweet 45%
Warm 22%
Woody 17%
Earthy 6%
Animalic 17%
Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Vanilla
100%
Rum
68%
Oud
59%
Amber
54%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and warm, inviting accords make it suitable for date nights and cooler casual wear where intimacy is key. While it presents as sophisticated, the boozy nature makes it less ideal for formal business settings and completely inappropriate for sport.

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About

Black Vanilla Absolute opens with a deep, rich vanilla, steeped in the intoxicating swirl of dark rum. As it develops, a subtle, smoky white tobacco emerges, grounding the boozy sweetness with a soft, woody sophistication. Hints of ambergris and a very tamed, almost imperceptible oud add a luxurious, sensual depth, creating a warm and inviting aura that is both comforting and alluring. It evokes a rum cake baking over a smoked wood fire.