Acquired

Revlon 2009 EDT

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Charlie Black

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Revlon Charlie Black is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2009. Charlie Black opens with Mandarin, Cherry, and Litchi, settles into a heart of Almond and Caramel, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Heliotrope, and Vanilla. Revlon's Charlie Black carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Charlie Black is a divisive fruit-musk, adored by some for its unique cheapness and nighttime allure, but dismissed by others as a linear, masculine disappointment. Don't expect a delicate dessert; this is bold and a bit rough around the edges, definitely not for everyone.
  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Fresh
  • Feminine
  • Soft
Charlie Black Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Sweet
100%
Almond
95%
Vanilla
83%
Citrus
80%
Fruity
79%
Powdery
78%

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
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its musky, bold character and perceived 'masculinity' make it less suited for formal or office settings, where it might be too strong or unconventional. Reviewers suggest it's more for evenings or casual wear, fitting its unique and less delicate profile.

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About

Opens with a zing of mandarin, bright and sharp, before cherry and litchi add a juicy sweetness. The heart mellows into a surprisingly masculine musk, mingling with a faint almond warmth and a subtle, almost-there caramel. The dry down is a blend of coumarin's powdery-sweetness and amber's richness, grounded by vanilla and a persistent, slightly cool musk that gives it an unexpected edge.