Roberto Cavalli 2013 EDP

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Nero Assoluto

by Louise Turner

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Roberto Cavalli Nero Assoluto is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Louise Turner. Nero Assoluto opens with Citrus and Orchid, settles into a heart of Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Ebony and Woody Notes. Roberto Cavalli's Nero Assoluto carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a seriously polarising scent for some, with a love-it-or-hate-it vibe, but for others, it's an underrated, luxurious gem that smells way more expensive than it is. Expect compliments.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sensual
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
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Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Orchid67%
Citrus33%
Heartas listed
Vanilla100%
Baseas listed
Ebony55%
Woody Notes45%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and strong, dark accords make it perfect for date nights and formal events, creating a 'femme fatale' aura. While some find it too intense for daily wear, others appreciate its elegance for office settings with a lighter hand, or for cozy casual evenings.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Nero Assoluto plunges you into a dark, creamy embrace where sweet orchid intertwines with deep, resonant ebony wood. It opens with a hint of bright citrus, quickly mellowing into a seductive vanilla heart. The dry-down is a smooth, powdery woody accord, reminiscent of ancient, polished furniture and warm, spicy vanilla. It's an alluring and mysterious blend that promises sophistication.

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