Rabanne 2007 EDT

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Black XS for Her

by Émilie Coppermann , Mark Buxton

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Rabanne Black XS for Her is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2007, created by Émilie Coppermann and Mark Buxton. Black XS for Her opens with Pink Pepper, Cranberry, and Tamarind, settles into a heart of Cacao Pod, Rose, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Vanilla, and Massoia. Rabanne's Black XS for Her carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one's a proper ride-or-die for many, but others find it a bit of a meh-fest, a real love-it-or-hate-it kinda scent. It's divisive chatter about a heady, dark sweetness that evokes serious nostalgia for those who wore it back in the day.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Feminine
  • Sweet
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Black XS for Her Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

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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
Moderate (4-6h)
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:
Casual Formal

Its potent projection, longevity, and dense, dark sweetness make it rather inappropriate for an office environment, as many reviewers note it can be overwhelming. However, this same intensity makes it perfect for dates and evening events due to its sensual and seductive nature, though perhaps a touch too casual for serious formal wear.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Black XS for Her kicks off with a punchy, tart blast of cranberry and a hint of pink pepper that quickly mellows into a rich, dusky heart of cacao-laced rose and violet. The dry down is a warm, woody vanilla with an earthy patchouli undertone, keeping it from veering too sweet. It's a complex blend of dark fruits, gourmand notes, and a woody foundation.

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